Logistics Planning Manager

Logistics & Planning Manager

Reports To: Finance Director

Location: Oakham & Hybrid

Employment Type: Full Time

Closing date for applications: 23rd January 2026

The Company:

Le Chameau is a prestigious French heritage brand renowned for crafting premium rubber boots and country footwear that seamlessly blend tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation. Founded in 1927 by Claude Chamot, a master bootmaker in Normandy, Le Chameau was born out of a desire to create comfortable, durable boots for farmers, hunters, and fishermen—those who depend on their footwear in rugged, demanding conditions.

What sets Le Chameau apart is its artisanal approach: every pair of rubber boots is handmade by a single maître bottier (master bootmaker) using natural rubber and time-honoured techniques. This dedication to quality and performance has earned the brand a loyal following among outdoor professionals and style-conscious consumers alike.

Over the decades, Le Chameau has evolved into a symbol of luxury outdoor living, offering a range of products that combine technical excellence with refined aesthetics. From the iconic Chasseur leather-lined boot to contemporary designs for country weekenders, Le Chameau continues to represent the pinnacle of comfort, function, and elegance in outdoor footwear.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Logistics & Planning Manager to oversee and coordinate all inbound consignments from our factory in Morocco to our warehouses across the UK and Europe. This role is central to ensuring the seamless flow of goods, maintaining service excellence, and supporting internal teams to keep our customers at the heart of every decision.

Key Responsibilities

Inbound Logistics & Freight Management

• Manage and coordinate all inbound shipments from our Moroccan factory to UK and European warehouse locations.
• Plan freight movements, secure vessel space, and ensure timely bookings aligned with production and stock availability.
• Procure freight and logistics services, negotiating favourable rates, service levels, and capacity commitments with providers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, and logistics partners.
• Monitor carrier performance and manage SLAs to ensure consistent, high-quality service.

Customs & Compliance

• Oversee the preparation, accuracy, and timely submission of customs documentation.
• Coordinate customs clearances to minimise delays and ensure full compliance with UK and EU import regulations.
• Troubleshoot customs issues and collaborate with brokers and compliance partners to maintain smooth operations.

Planning & Cross-Functional Support

• Work closely with the factory to track production timelines and guarantee the accurate and timely availability of stock for dispatch.
• Partner with the Production Planning and Sales teams to forecast stock needs, manage availability, and proactively identify supply risks.
• Support the Customer Experience team by resolving shipping, delivery, and freight-related queries, ensuring solutions that prioritise customers while balancing cost efficiency.
• Assist in resolving exceptions, delays, or schedule changes to maintain uninterrupted supply.

Continuous Improvement·

• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency, transit times, and logistics performance.
• Introduce or support initiatives that streamline freight movements, customs processes, and planning workflows.

Skills & Experience Required

• 2–5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or freight operations, ideally with international freight exposure.
• Strong knowledge of customs processes, import regulations, and documentation for the UK, US and EU.
• Experience managing relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with production, sales, and customer service teams.
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.
• A proactive, customer-first mindset with the ability to balance service and cost efficiency.

What We Are Looking For

• A confident communicator who builds strong internal and external relationships.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and can manage multiple priorities.
• A solutions-oriented professional committed to service excellence and operational efficiency.