Rapha launched in 2004 to redefine cycling apparel. Today progressive design and storytelling has built a global movement.

We love cycling in all its forms, from the city streets to the highest peaks. And we know its power to transform lives. Led by innovation, we embody this love through a dedication to the world's greatest sport, by setting a new standard in design and pushing the cutting edge of performance and human craft.

The role of B2B Logistics Executive

As B2B Logistics Coordinator at Rapha, you will become part of a team that manages the end to end deliveries to wholesale customers and Clubhouses (our retail spaces). In this role, you will be working closely with the wider Logistics, Wholesale, Retail and Customer Service teams across Rapha, assisting to build a Logistics function that provides outstanding customer service whilst remaining commercially viable.

Reporting to the Logistics Operations Manager and supporting the Logistics department, you will support the business in achieving the brand and departmental strategy.

What the B2B Logistics Executive will be doing…

Analysing:

• Provide analysis of B2B performance (Retail and Wholesale) vs forecast, providing recommendations where appropriate.
• Oversee all B2B KPI reporting end to end, from 3PL through to carrier.
• Provide cost analysis of final mile deliveries for all B2B orders.

Reacting:

• Provide support for Rapha pop-up events, working closely with the retail team and 3PL partners.
• Produce commercial invoices where required for time-critical shipments.
• Ensure that all B2B orders meet all customs compliance requirements.
• Customs/clearance resolution and management for both web and B2B orders.
• Fulfilling internal stakeholder shipment requests end-to-end.

Managing:

• Manage and engage closely with the 3PL teams, ensuring orders are being processed on time in full.
• Coordinate with the Wholesale team and 3PL to ensure shipments are meeting all ‘Value Add’ requirements with daily checks on progress. Booking and procuring freight on an ad-hoc basis.
• Provide support and solutions for potential system changes that would improve the wholesale process, supporting Rapha’s wholesale growth strategy.
• Resolve and troubleshoot problems throughout the full order and delivery process.
• Oversee 3PL B2B inventory, reporting on weekly and monthly stockholding.
• Wholesaler Onboarding - Understanding the requirements of all WHS and creating process flows/managing the same to ensure 100% compliance.
• Manage Athlete/teams logistics flows from the supplier to the end recipients.

Forecasting:

• Ownership of all Retail and wholesale forecasts with 3PL’s, reporting back to retail, wholesale and logistics teams on performance vs forecast.

What Rapha is looking for:

• Approximately, a minimum of 1 year’s experience in Logistics
• Knowledge of customs and cross-border commerce
• Strong analytical, numerical and Excel skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and a get-the-job-done mindset
• Attention to detail
• The ability to work under pressure and take on constructive criticism
• Flexibility and enthusiasm
• Ability to bring your A game and work to strict deadlines
• A proactive approach to problem-solving
• An international shipping degree or freight forwarding experience is a plus.

Working at Rapha

We are continuously looking into ways to invest in our employees and build a better working culture and environment.  Here are just some of the internal benefits we offer:

• Flexible working hours
• Support for ad-hoc remote working during the week - minimum 4 days in the office
• 25 days annual leave
• 2 additional days paid time off to participate in a sportive or similar related cycling event
• A flexible riding benefit to allow you to go out riding on a Wednesday morning with colleagues or learn to cycle through our Getting Started Scheme
• An annual clothing allowance of £1,200 for testing and promotional purpose
• A company bonus scheme
• A health cash plan provided by Healthshield worth up to £1405 per year
• Mental health support with MyndUp
• Free barista coffee and social drinks in the office
• Monthly department social events and quarterly office social away days
• Bike racing expenses up to £35 per race entry
• A 50% staff discount and a discount for family and friends
• Industry discounts on brands such as Patagonia, Osprey, Finisterre, Wahoo
• Free membership to the Rapha Cycling Club
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay