Vendor Operations Coordinator — Data-Driven Logistics

Fanatics; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Commerce seeks a Vendor Operations Coordinator to manage production-to-logistics handovers. You will coordinate with vendors, logistics, and internal teams to align on forecasts, schedules, and quality standards, delivering fan-focused outcomes.

You will support automation and data-driven decision making, while maintaining end-to-end visibility and strong stakeholder communication in a hybrid Manchester environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, vendor management, or supply chain role.
• Experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills with cross-functional stakeholders including vendors, logistics partners, and finance teams.
• Proficiency with data collection, analysis, and reporting using Microsoft Office.
• Experience using ERP software or similar supply chain management systems.
• Familiarity with materials management, production scheduling, and logistics coordination.
• Comfortable working remotely with vendors as part of a distributed team.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational and supply chain teams, finance, logistics, and vendors to ensure seamless execution across the supply chain.
• Communicate production updates, risks, and schedule changes to internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to seasonal planning and product launch timelines, keeping all teams informed.
• Coordinate demand versus capacity planning to protect customer experience and fulfillment commitments.
• Support VAS requirements to ensure product meets quality and presentation standards before reaching customers.
• Track shipments and provide status updates to minimize disruption to retail timelines.
• Produce regular analytical reports on vendor performance, production status, and costs; identify trends for improvement.
• Assist in managing import/export documentation and streamline logistics workflows.

Skills

Vendor management

Supply chain

Data analysis

Cross-functional communication

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fanatics Commerce seeks a Vendor Operations Coordinator to manage production-to-logistics handovers. You will coordinate with vendors, logistics, and internal teams to align on forecasts, schedules, and quality standards, delivering fan-focused outcomes.

You will support automation and data-driven decision making, while maintaining end-to-end visibility and strong stakeholder communication in a hybrid Manchester environment.