Transport And Trade Operations Analyst, EMEA

ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

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Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to support inbound transportation and trade operations into the EMEA region. This role plays a critical part in managing the end-to-end flow of goods from origin through final mile delivery to regional distribution centers, while ensuring compliance with global trade regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong logistics expertise, experience managing third-party carriers and customs brokers, and a commitment to operational excellence.

What Will You Be Doing?

1. Manage inbound transportation operations into the EMEA region, with a focus on timely final mile deliveries to distribution centers.
2. Build and maintain strong relationships with third-party carriers and logistics providers to ensure service reliability, cost efficiency, and performance accountability.
3. Serve as the primary contact for customs brokerage partners, ensuring accurate and timely clearance of goods in accordance with trade compliance regulations.
4. Ensure adherence to global trade compliance processes, including documentation accuracy, tariff classification, and record-keeping requirements.
5. Partner closely with the regional leadership team to align transportation and trade operations with broader business goals.
6. Support performance management of carriers and customs brokers through KPI tracking, regular service reviews, and RFP/RFI processes.
7. Analyze transportation and trade data to identify risks, resolve issues, and uncover process improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
8. Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in Sourcing, Merchandising, Finance, and Distribution to coordinate inbound shipments and resolve exceptions.
9. Maintain SOPs, dashboards, and reporting tools to support operational visibility and decision-making.
10. Monitor changes in transportation regulations and trade compliance requirements, and communicate key insights to stakeholders.

What Do You Need To Bring?

1. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2. Experience in transportation or trade operations, with a focus on international inbound shipments and customs processes.
3. Strong understanding of final mile delivery to distribution centers and EMEA regional logistics.
4. Experience managing third-party carriers and customs brokerage partners.
5. Knowledge of trade compliance practices and familiarity with customs clearance procedures.
6. Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS) and data analysis tools (Excel, reporting dashboards).
7. Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and global environment.
9. Experience working within inbound logistics networks supporting the EMEA region.
10. Familiarity with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), duty optimization strategies, or trusted trader programs is a plus.

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally-led, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

Our Values

Our corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign. In addition to equitable compensation and benefit offerings, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, we offer a range of educational and engagement opportunities, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you'll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company's culture and values, but most importantly - with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward.

1. Incentive bonus program
2. Annual companywide review process
3. Flexible spending accounts
4. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
5. Life and disability insurance
6. Associate assistance program
7. Paid parental and adoption leave
8. Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
9. Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
10. Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
11. Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are "work from anywhere" days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
12. Seven associate wellness half days per year
13. Merchandise discount on all of our brands
14. Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
15. Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
16. Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER