Louis Vuitton Inbound Logistics Specialist

About Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is a leading maison within the LVMH group, recognised for exceptional craftsmanship in fashion and leather goods. The brand sustains a global retail network and relies on integrated logistics and supply-chain teams to protect product integrity and deliver a luxury client experience. As an employer, Louis Vuitton offers opportunities to work at the intersection of heritage craftsmanship and global operational excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage inbound transportation of merchandising shipments to ensure smooth end-to-end delivery and adherence to timelines.
• Resolve bonded-transportation issues, missing or damaged cartons, and offloaded shipments; initiate claims with airlines, 3PLs or forwarders as required.
• Prepare and submit CITES/WILD permits for restricted products and monitor permit ETAs.
• Manage special consumption tax exemption procedures and oversee ATA Carnet issuance and related export processes.
• Ensure import-entry compliance with split rules, maintain correct HS classification and apply FTA preferential rates where applicable.
• Review and prepare documentation for customs audits; verify monthly duty and VAT savings and perform category-level VAT/duty assessments.
• Conduct regular risk assessments for import customs clearance in coordination with customs brokers and monitor broker performance for accuracy and service quality.
• Monitor in-transit orders, liaise with HQ to ensure execution, and review inbound processes to identify lead-time improvements.
• Coordinate monthly financial close activities related to duty & VAT, vendor payments and bi-weekly intercompany payments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of inbound logistics experience.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA) or higher.
• Demonstrable knowledge of import/export regulations, HS classification and customs compliance.
• Experience with customs documentation processes including CITES, ATA Carnet and FTA origin claims.
• Proven competence in vendor and 3PL management and in conducting risk assessments for customs clearance.
• Retail logistics experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Good command of English and strong interpersonal skills; open-minded and a fast learner.

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5 years of inbound logistics experience; retail logistics experience is preferred but not required.

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA) or above.

Workplace

Culture

Louis Vuitton combines a heritage-driven creative environment with rigorous operational standards; teams are expected to uphold brand values while delivering precise, high-quality execution. The workplace emphasizes cross-functional collaboration between logistics, retail and corporate teams and supports professional development within a global luxury framework.

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