Product Manager

Imagination

Coventry

Sur place

GBP 45 000 - 65 000

Plein temps

14 jours+

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Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid Working (3 in-office days per w

Company Events and socials

Pet-friendly office

Lunch & Learns sessions

Wellness & Educational webinars

Subsidised Café (London office only)

Résumé du poste

Imagination are recruiting a Product Manager for JLR Motorsport, based in our Coventry office. The role is a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract responsible for end-to-end delivery of team kit and apparel across Jaguar TCS Racing and Defender Rally programmes.

You will manage concept through production, supplier relations, and brand alignment, while developing commercial opportunities in team merchandise. Working with cross-functional teams, you’ll drive schedules, budgets, and quality.

Qualifications

Proven experience in apparel/product management, ideally within sports, motorsport, or performance environments.
Strong understanding of garment production processes and supply chain management.
Experience managing external suppliers and production timelines.
Commercial awareness with experience in merchandise or product-based revenue streams.

Responsabilités

Write effective and compelling project briefs and brief internal teams.
Developing timelines, project proposals and running projects.
Plan wider resources effectively and manage budgets.
Demonstrate financial responsibility through budgeting, costing and reconciliation.
Develop and drive commercial opportunities within team apparel and merchandise.
Oversee end-to-end teamwear lifecycle from concept to delivery.

Connaissances

Product Management

Stakeholder Management

Project Planning

Budgeting

Communications

Team Leadership

Description du poste

Product Manager

Application Deadline: 9 November 2026

Department: Client Services / Project

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Coventry

Reporting To: Sara Murray

Description

Imagination are working with JLR on an exciting role based In Imagination's Coventry office.

Please note this is a 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

The Product Manager role will sit within JLR Motorsport which is within the CEO/Corporate Affairs and Motorsport function of JLR and is responsible for the strategy, planning and delivery of successful motorsport activities for both Jaguar and Land Rover brands.

The Jaguar brand is currently active in motorsport through Jaguar TCS Racing competing in the FIA ABB Formula E World Championship. JLR Motorsport expanded its remit in 2025 through an exciting new international motorsport programme with the Defender Brand. Competing as Defender Rally, we are currently active in the Stock category of the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC).

The Product Manager role is an important part of the team responsible for the end-to-end delivery of team kit and apparel across both Jaguar TCS Racing and Defender Rally programmes. This role oversees the full lifecycle of teamwear; from concept and design through to production and distribution, ensuring performance, brand alignment, and operational readiness.

In addition, the role plays a key part in developing and executing commercial opportunities related to team apparel and merchandise, supporting brand growth and revenue generation.

Key Responsibilities

Write effective and compelling project briefs and brief internal teams
Developing timelines, project proposals and running projects
Work with team to plan wider resources effectively
Demonstrate financial responsibility through effective proposal costing, budget development and timely reconciliation
Hone commercial skills such as revenue maximisation and cost management
Understand clients, competitors, market, products and strategy
Ensuring schedules are adhered to and project documentation is complete
Delegate to, manage and oversee team
Demonstrate understanding of services and be able to sell these effectively
Demonstrate successful onsite management and delivery ensuring projects reflect briefs and meet objectives

Responsibilities in detail;

Team kit & Apparel

Lead the development and delivery of all team-wear, including team wear, travel kit, and branded apparel.
Manage the full process from initial design concepts through to final production and delivery.
Act as the primary liaison with apparel suppliers, ensuring quality, timelines, and cost control are met.
Maintain detailed timelines and ensure on-time delivery across multiple programmes ensuring all stakeholders are aligned.
Coordinate fittings, sizing, and distribution for all team personnel across both programmes.
Ensure all apparel meets performance, safety, and regulatory requirements where applicable.
Have inventory oversight to ensure accurate order volumes and stock levels are maintained.

Supplier & Production Management

Build and manage relationships with external suppliers and manufacturers.
Oversee sampling, prototyping, and production approvals.
Monitor production schedules and proactively resolve delays or issues.
Manage budgets related to apparel production and procurement.

Brand & Design Alignment

Ensure all teamwear aligns with brand guidelines and sponsor requirements.
Collaborate with partnerships and brand teams to integrate partner branding effectively.

Commercial & Merchandise Development

Identify and develop commercial opportunities within team apparel and merchandise.
Support the creation of fanwear and retail collections aligned to team branding.
Work with commercial and Brand teams to bring products to market.
Contribute to pricing strategy, product positioning, and go-to-market plans.

Operational Support

Support race and event logistics relating to apparel.
Support distribution of team wear to team members
Maintain oversight of inventory tracking and stock management.
Ensure contingency planning for critical kit items.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Proven experience in apparel/product management, ideally within sports, motorsport, or performance environments.
Strong understanding of garment production processes and supply chain management.
Experience managing external suppliers and production timelines.
Commercial awareness with experience in merchandise or product-based revenue streams.
Strong project management and organisational skills.
Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-performance environments with multiple stakeholders.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Building and delivering client presentations
Excellent negotiation skills
Experience and ability to manage large scale budgets
A leader in transforming creative concepts into production process
People management experience
Capable of devising and implementing revenue-generating ideas.
Experience within motorsport or elite sports teams.
Knowledge of technical/performance fabrics and race team clothing requirements.
Background in brand-led product development.

Job Benefits

What we can offer you:

Work with a state-of-the-art product and deliver it to exciting and innovative brands
Learning and development opportunities that contribute to professional growth

Wellness

Private Medical Insurance (including discounted gym options)
Discounted Healthcare Cash Plan
Discounted Private Dental Insurance
Paid leave to support caring requirements, dependents, sickness, compassionate leave etc.
Employee Assistance Programme (Help@ hand)
In-Office Gym (London office only)
Life Insurance - 4xsalary
Annual Health Assessment & Flu Vaccinations
Trained Mental Health First Aiders are available for support

Benefits