Supply Chain and Logistics Specialist

Job Title: Supply Chain and Logistics Specialist Location: Manhattan Beach, Ca/ Riverside (in office 4 days a week) Reports to: Vice President/ General Manager Welcome to the world of Sanuk. We’re an unconventional footwear brand on a mission to be the outfitter for the journey to your happy place. In 1997, we were founded with one simple goal: to make people smile...and pass it on. In the world of Sanuk, smiles are always wider...every step of the way to your happy place… Our VISION: To inspire fun seekers to spread smiles far and wide. Our MISSION: To create damn comfy product, reach new consumers, protect the planet, cultivate community, and be the party for your feet. Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Supply Chain & Logistics Specialist with at least 5 years of experience to manage the day-to-day logistics operations for SANUK’s imports and distribution in Canada and the USA. The ideal candidate will have strong logistics expertise, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while adhering to established processes. This role is critical for ensuring seamless inbound and outbound operations while maintaining alignment with standard practices across related brands (Lolë and Garneau). Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the production team to plan and coordinate shipments from factories. Book shipments with forwarders from factories to warehouses. Monitor in-transit shipments and update NetSuite (NS) with shipment status. Follow up on customs clearance to ensure timely delivery to warehouses. Coordinate with warehouses to confirm inbound receipt and inventory updates. Plan and forecast shipping requirements with the 3PL provider. Monitor shipping schedules and ensure timely release of orders for delivery. Verify vendor guides are adhered to by reviewing requirements, setting accounts in NetSuite (NS), and communicating guidelines to the 3PL provider. Support the 3PL provider with returns, inventory management, receiving, and shipping tasks. Track and evaluate 3PL performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational efficiency. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with the logistics teams for sister brands (Lolë and Garneau) to ensure consistency in processes and provide backup support when needed. Maintain open communication with internal stakeholders, including production, warehouse teams, and external logistics providers. Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is preferred. 5+ years of experience in supply chain and logistics operations, with a strong focus on both inbound and outbound processes. Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (NetSuite experience is a strong plus). Solid understanding of freight forwarding, customs clearance, and 3PL operations. Highly organized, autonomous, and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively. Strong initiative and problem-solving skills to handle day-to-day challenges. Excellent communication skills to work with internal teams and external partners. Experience working with standardized processes across multiple brands is a plus. Additional Considerations: The role may evolve based on operational demands, including volume and seasonality. Flexibility and willingness to adapt to dynamic logistics challenges are essential. Must be able to travel to our 3PL’s in Riverside as much as once per week (or more) and Brampton, CA quarterly, potentially other locations as well. Team Operations: Celebrate the wins. When something goes well, a launch, a closed deal, a hard problem solved. We mark it together. Showing up for those moments matters. Decompress together when it’s hard. The work isn’t always easy, and we don’t pretend otherwise. Releasing steam as a team is part of how we keep doing hard things well. Invest in the relationships. Good collaboration doesn’t happen by accident. It comes from people who’ve taken the time to know each other beyond the project at hand. Communicate openly and directly. We say what we mean, we say it early, and we say it to the person who needs to hear it. Show up. Team gatherings, check-ins, off-sites, and the in-between moments are where trust gets built. Being present for them is part of the role. What We Offer: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A collaborative and innovative work environment. The chance to play a key role in shaping the future of a dynamic and growing brand #J-18808-Ljbffr