Sourcing Manager

The Inside Job; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness apparel brand is seeking a Sourcing Manager to enhance sourcing excellence within its global supply base. This role involves supplier management, negotiation of pricing and delivery timelines, and collaboration with the Product & Supply Chain team. Candidates should have strong experience in apparel manufacturing, analytical skills, and the ability to coach team members. The position has a minimum expectation of four days onsite at Gymshark HQ, ensuring strong teamwork and innovation.

Benefits

Bonus program

Disability support offerings

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of garment construction and component pricing.
• Commercial and financial acumen is essential.
• Ability to interpret data for informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier management and strategic feedback.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery timelines.
• Conduct factory visits to ensure readiness.

Skills

Understanding of component pricing

Experience in apparel manufacturing

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Communication skills

People management

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLM or similar systems

Job description

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.

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, capacity, 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, garment, and accessory manufacturers
• Uphold responsible purchasing practices, ensuring decisions align with Gymshark’s ethical sourcing standards and sustainability goals.

Qualifications:

• 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. This ensures we can work closely together to innovate, problem‑solve, and deliver world‑class products for our community.

Note:

The bonus program and benefits have certain eligibility requirements. Gymshark reserves the right to amend these programs in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Disability Confident Committed:

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer and encourage anyone with a disability to apply for a role at Gymshark. We offer an interview to candidates with disabilities or long‑term conditions who meet the minimum criteria for the role. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. If you’d like to request a reasonable adjustment, please email [e-mail].