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    Materials Sourcing Manager
    Posted Jul 25, 2025
    Hybrid
    Solihull, Uk
    About Gymshark
    Collaborating cross-functionally with partners in Material and Product Development, Design, and Sourcing to deliver a range and product structure incorporating core, seasonal and newness material portfolio.   Leading, coaching and developing a team of material Sourcing Executives to reach their full potential   Be the key material sourcing contact to a wide range of product stakeholders for all material sourcing related questions.  Collaborating with the Head of Sourcing to manage an efficient end-to-end sourcing process across garment and materials.  Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent delivery and quality standards, whilst adhering to the Gymshark policies and sustainability commitments   Executing costing initiatives to drive costing excellence across raw materials to hit financial business targets.  Managing risk within the supply chain by mitigating risks associated with the sourcing process, such as supply chain disruptions, geopolitical factors, or changes in material costs.  Managing rationalisation and consolidation from Fibre, fabric to optimise our supply base and drive consistency globally and increase material efficiency across core, seasonal and newness categories.  Overseeing the material procurement for all raw materials to ensure development and production timelines are met and optimise levels of inventory.   Executing the regionalisation material sourcing strategy using data to make informed decisions surrounding vendor strategy and sourcing locations.  Using data in various settings including quality and performance measurement, presentations, commercial based decisions and KPI measuring.   Keeping completely up to date with the fluctuations in the market regarding market material costs, inflations, energy costs and exchange rates that feeds into the overall seasonal strategies  
    Requirements
    Strong technical knowledge of materials – including fibres, yarns, knits, wovens, fabric construction, and fabric performance testing. Solid understanding of apparel design, development, and production timelines, along with garment construction expertise. Experience in global sourcing and supply chain – understanding cultural and business practices across regions, with strong analytical skills to assess costs, trends, and supplier performance. Problem-solving mindset – ability to anticipate issues with materials, offer solutions, and adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Excellent attention to detail, organisational and project management skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and PLM systems. Strong communication and presentation skills – both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively across various business levels. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills – able to build relationships and work collaboratively within a team-oriented culture. Previous experience in a global brand and line management is desirable, along with the flexibility and willingness to travel as required. This is a hybrid role and would require the successful candidate to attend at least 3 days a week in GSHQ, Solihull, UK. Early submission is recommended, as we'll be reviewing applications soon. BELONGING AT GYMSHARK. Our mission is to be a place where everyone belongs. We’re an equal opportunities employer, and for us that means we always strive to be as inclusive as possible in all aspects of employment, right from your application. We’re committed to finding reasonable adjustments* for candidates with specific needs or have a disability during our recruitment process, and all applicants will be considered fairly and equally. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. *If you’d like to request a reasonable adjustment please email [email protected].  THE PERKS. Standard benefits include: Performance-based bonus opportunity Funded Healthcare benefit 25 days holiday, additional day for your birthday & Bank Holidays Contributory Employer pension scheme Flexible benefits programme – including salary sacrifice EV scheme, dental insurance, cycle to work, tech scheme, holiday trading Gymshark Employee Discount & long service awards Access to High Street cashback and discounts Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing Support Enhanced Family Leave package Life Assurance  Office location specific benefits include (IQ): Gym Membership to The Lifting Club (LC)  Onsite lunch provision & coffee bars EV charge points available
    Materials Sourcing Manager at Gymshark