Race Kit & Logistics Manager

Atlassian Williams F1 Team; Grove; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams F1 Team is seeking a Kit Manager to coordinate end-to-end kit procurement, inventory, and distribution for Grove and London locations, with travel to races and events as required. The role supports the Head of Merchandising and line-manages Kit Coordinators to maintain top-brand presentation.

The position requires strong organisational skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced motorsport environment with regular travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kit management, ideally within sport, events, or a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Experience managing or supervising others, with ability to direct and develop a direct report.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail around stock accuracy, sizing, and presentation standards.
• Experience working with suppliers and managing procurement processes.
• Willingness to travel for race weekends and events.

Responsibilities

• Own the full procurement cycle for all team kit from brief to delivery, coordinating with apparel suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring quality, delivery timelines, and cost targets.
• Maintain supplier/product matrix, tracking lead times, SKUs, and pricing.
• Oversee the operating partner for pick, pack, and distribution, with clear performance expectations.
• Prepare, pack, and ship kit ahead of race weekends, tests, and events.
• Line-manage the Team Kit Coordinators and support their development.
• Ensure kit compliance with Williams Racing brand guidelines and partner visibility requirements.

Job description

Williams F1 Team is seeking a Kit Manager to coordinate end-to-end kit procurement, inventory, and distribution for Grove and London locations, with travel to races and events as required. The role supports the Head of Merchandising and line-manages Kit Coordinators to maintain top-brand presentation.

The position requires strong organisational skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced motorsport environment with regular travel.