Senior Materials Sourcing Manager

Gymshark; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global apparel company is looking for a Senior Materials Sourcing Manager to drive innovative product creation. This role involves overseeing the material development process, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in material sourcing within the apparel industry. The position offers a hybrid work environment and competitive benefits including a bonus scheme and flexible working culture.

Benefits

Competitive bonus

Private Medical Insurance or Healthcare Cash Plan

25 days holidays + birthday and Bank Holidays

Flexible Working Culture

Employer pension contributions up to 7%

Life Assurance

50% Gymshark Discount

Free monthly massages

Beauty and Barber facilities

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 10+ years of material development experience in the apparel industry.
• Deep understanding of the apparel design and development lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of fabric properties and performance testing.
• Experienced in yarn spinning, weaving, knitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee material development from concept to commercialization.
• Manage and negotiate material prices to meet seasonal targets.
• Lead material selection meetings to improve efficiency.
• Develop and mentor a team of fabric and trim developers.

Skills

Material development experience

Understanding of apparel design

Expertise in fabric application

Strong negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLM

Excel

Job description

OVERVIEW :

Are you a seasoned expert in material development with global apparel brand experience ?

Were seeking an experienced Senior Materials Sourcing Manager to and drive the creation of innovative, functional products for our passionate consumers.

Youll manage and execute fabric , establish technical approvals, and perform risk assessments in line with critical path timelines. Collaborating with our dynamic Design, Sourcing, and Product Management teams to deliver a diverse, exciting material portfolio.

This is your chance to bring your exceptional technical skills and expertise to life in a fast-paced, creative environment.

From day one, our mentality has been ambitious, agile, and disruptive. If you share the Gymshark mindset, join us and make your mark in fitness retail by creating cutting‑edge products that inspire and empower.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING :

• Overseeing the material development from concept to commercialisation, ensuring quality standards and alignment with creative direction, sourcing, and product strategies.
• Standardising raw materials manufacturing processes to ensure global consistency.
• Serving as the main contact for all material‑related inquiries within Gymshark.
• Fostering an environment promoting innovative thinking, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Analysing cost components and the global material market to support negotiation strategies.
• Managing and negotiating material prices to meet seasonal margin targets using open costing templates.
• Supporting strategic business plans for Tier 3 & 4 suppliers.
• Leading material selection meetings, guiding teams to improve efficiency and meet margin targets.
• Developing and mentoring a team of fabric and trim developers to reach their full potential.
• Managing supplier onboarding for Tier 3 & 4 suppliers and evaluate supplier capabilities.
• Driving innovation and sustainability in materials, including fibres, fabrics, trims, dyeing, and finishing processes.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED :

• 10+ years of material development experience in the apparel industry.
• Deep understanding of the apparel design and development lifecycle.
• Expertise in fabric application to meet aesthetic, functional, technical, and commercial needs.
• Extensive knowledge of materials and their engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of fabric properties and performance testing.
• Expert in yarn spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing, printing, and finishing processes for performance fabrics.
• Proficient in garment dry and wet processing, dyeing, and finishing.
• Strong negotiation skills with advanced understanding of material costing.
• Line management experience is required
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to anticipate and address material issues.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, adept at delivering presentations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, PLM, and Excel.

This is a hybrid role and would require the successful candidate to attend at least 3 days a week in GSIQ, Solihull, UK.

BELONGING AT GYMSHARK.

Our mission is to be a place where everyone belongs. Were 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. Were 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 youd like to request a reasonable adjustment please email .

ABOUT US.

Were here to unite the conditioning community. We believe that putting the sweat in today, prepares us for tomorrow. So, we give people the tools they need to reach further, go faster, be stronger. We celebrate those who show up for themselves to be their physical or mental best, whatever that means for them. Its what we want for our community, and our team. A team thats growing rapidly around the world. A collective of talented individuals working together to invent Gymsharks future. Our plans are ambitious, and were looking for people who want to join us for the ride our growth will be your growth.

THE PERKS.

Competitive Win Together, Lose Together Bonus

Choice of Private Medical Insurance or Healthcare Cash Plan, paid for by us!

25 days holidays + your birthday and all the Bank Holidays which can be substituted and taken whenever you want.

A truly Flexible Working Culture

A collaborative, creative and inspiring working environment

Employer pension contributions up to 7%

Life Assurance at four times your basic salary

50% Gymshark Discount

Gymshark Gift Card for each year of service

Discounts, Cashback and Savings programme

Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing Support

Great Training and Learning Resources

Choice of hardware and access to the best software

Paid time off when youre physically and mentally unwell

Very Generous Family Leave package we support you extending your family

Refuel - Healthy fresh food at GSHQ

Lifting Club (LC) Gym Membership

Free monthly massages

Beauty and Barber facilities

Free on‑site parking