Head of Supply Chain & Logistics

International Logistics Manager (Parental Coverage)

Louis Vuitton Americas is seeking an International Logistics Manager (6 month parental coverage) to oversee and optimize the end-to-end international logistics flows for both sellable and non-sellable goods. This role will be responsible for managing relationships with two logistics vendors and ensuring efficient coordination across global supply points, distribution centers, and internal stakeholders.

The International Logistics Manager will play a critical role in maintaining service levels, improving operational performance, and ensuring strong alignment between vendors, central teams, supply chain teams, distribution centers, inventory control, customs compliance team and customs brokers.

Logistics Operations Management

Oversee international inbound logistics flows for sellable goods sourced from central distribution centers in the United States and primarily in France

Ensure smooth delivery and replenishment to four distribution centers, including three in the United States and one in Canada

Manage logistics flows for non-sellable goods, with key origins in Asia, Mexico, and France

Monitor transportation performance, shipment execution, lead times, and delivery/reliability across all flows.

Identify and resolve operational issues impacting service, cost, inventory availability, or customs clearance.

Act as the main point of contact for the two logistics vendors managing the transportation and flow of sellable and non-sellable goods

Build and maintain strong day-to-day relationships with vendors to ensure high service quality and responsiveness

Coordinate closely with customs brokers to support smooth import processes and timely customs clearance

Track vendor and broker performance through KPIs, service reviews, and operational follow up

Partner closely with the customs compliance team to ensure all international shipments are managed in line with applicable import/export regulations and internal compliance requirements

Support the accuracy and completeness of shipping and customs documentation in collaboration with vendors, brokers, and internal stakeholders

Coordinate closely with central teams, supply chain, distribution centers, inventory control, customs compliance, and brokers to ensure seamless execution of logistics activities

Support inventory availability by ensuring timely and accurate inbound flows

Escalate risks proactively and lead action plans with relevant stakeholders

Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

Define, monitor, and report on key logistics performance indicators such as on-time delivery, lead time adherence, freight cost, customs clearance performance, vendor performance, and inventory impact

Track logistics and transportation costs across all flows, identify variances, and highlight risks or opportunities for cost optimization

Review, validate and manage invoices from logistics vendors and relevant service providers to ensure accuracy, alignment with agreed rates, and timely resolution of discrepancies

Project and Transition Support

Support business continuity during the 6-month assignment by stabilizing operations and ensuring consistent logistics performance

Provide structure, visibility, and governance across international logistics activities

Experience: 3-5 years of professional experience in Logistics/International Logistics, Supply Chain.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with experience in Power Query and Power BI highly desirable.

Language: Fluency in French is considered a valuable asset.

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