Are you a sourcing professional with a passion for product process and performance? We’re looking for a Sourcing Manager to join our team at GSHQ and play a key role in driving sourcing excellence across our global supply base.
This role serves as a central point of contact for sourcing within GSHQ, leading initiatives and cross‑functional projects with internal teams and external suppliers. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring our sourcing operations are efficient, compliant and aligned with strategic goals.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting supplier management and providing feedback aligned with strategic direction
* Negotiating programme pricing margins and delivery timelines
* Overseeing development critical paths and ensuring timely sample readiness
* Aligning with technical and raw materials teams to meet regional legislation requirements
* Leading interdepartmental communication as the operations lead for your category
* Managing vendor contracts and supplier scorecards
* Monitoring capacity utilisation and performance against KPIs
* Supporting seasonal strategy and rebuy processes
* Coaching and guiding team members on sourcing activities
* Conducting factory visits to assess capability and delivery readiness
* Managing ad hoc brand commercial and design projects
* Driving product re‑engineering opportunities to improve quality and reduce cost
* Onboarding new vendors in collaboration with ethical and sustainability teams
* Building innovation partnerships with mills, garments and accessory manufacturers
* Uphold responsible purchasing practices ensuring decisions align with Gymshark’s ethical sourcing standards and sustainability goals.
Essential Skills
* Strong understanding of component pricing and garment construction
* Experience in apparel manufacturing and product creation
* Commercial and financial acumen
* Knowledge of trade agreements and ethical compliance standards
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PLM or similar systems
* Strong analytical and communication skills
* Experience in people management and coaching
* Ability to interpret data for decision‑making
* Cultural awareness and adaptability
Preferred Skills
* Previous experience in sourcing within a global brand
* Problem‑solving mindset and attention to detail
* Ability to present, facilitate and manage change
* Emotional intelligence, resilience and self‑awareness
* Strong organisational and storytelling skills using data
Onsite Collaboration
Due to the hands‑on and highly collaborative nature of the work within our Product & Supply Chain team, we have a minimum expectation of four days per week onsite at our Gymshark HQ.
Belonging at Gymshark
Our mission is to be a place where everyone belongs. We’re an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment, please email us.
About Us
We’re here to unite the conditioning community. We believe that putting the sweat in today prepares us for tomorrow. We give people the tools they need to reach further, go faster and be stronger. Our team is growing rapidly around the world and is dedicated to inventing Gymshark’s future. Join us for the ride as our growth becomes your growth.
The Perks
* 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, 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 (HQ/IQ):
* Gym membership to The Lifting Club (LC)
* Onsite lunch provision & coffee bars
* EV charge points available
Employment Details
Employment type: Full time
Required experience level: Manager
Experience: … years
Vacancy: 1
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