U21 & Academy Kit Operations Manager in Huyton

We are seeking a U21 & Academy Kit Operations Manager to be responsible for leading and delivering an elite, best-in-class kit and laundry operation across all U21 & Academy age groups. The role ensures players and colleagues are consistently provided with high-quality, competition-compliant kit and equipment to support training, matchdays, tours, and all football-related activities. This position plays a key leadership role within the Football Operations Department, driving operational excellence, financial efficiency, and service standards aligned with the Club’s values, objectives, and performance culture.

Leadership & Management

• Alongside the Head of Kit Operations, lead, manage, and develop a team of Kit Operations staff across the U21 & Academy programme.
• Set clear standards, expectations, and workflows to ensure consistency and accountability.
• Role model a proactive, professional, and solution-focused culture within the Kit Operations Department.

Operational Delivery

• Oversee the distribution and management of all U21 & Academy kit (players and colleagues), ensuring sufficient and appropriate provision for training, matchdays, tournaments, and tours.
• Ensure full compliance with competition regulations across all age groups.
• Maintain elite standards across all operational areas including: Changing rooms, Boot room, Kit rooms, Laundry facilities.
• Implement efficient systems for kit tracking, allocation, rotation, and lifecycle management.

Planning & Logistics

• Oversee kit ordering processes across the Academy programme, ensuring financial control, stock accuracy, and forecasting efficiency.
• Collaborate with U21 & Academy departments (including but not limited to Operations, Coaching, Medical departments) to coordinate transportation of equipment and kit for fixtures (home and away), tours, and training camps.
• Manage U21 & Academy kit budgets in collaboration with the Head of Kit Operations.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise waste, and ensure cost-effective procurement and replenishment.
• Maintain accurate records of kit issuance, returns, and inventory.

Standards, Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with all Club policies, health & safety procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Maintain a safe, organised, and professional working environment at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the Football Operations Department.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide matchday leadership and oversight of U21 & Academy kit operations.
• Support wider Men’s Kit Operations when required.
• Undertake any duties necessary to ensure the Kit Operations Department operates at an elite professional standard.

What we are looking for:

• IT skills to include the ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook).
• Previous inventory management experience.
• Exposure to a sporting environment, notably football.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Displays a high level of discretion and maintains strict confidentiality.
• Attendance at home and away first team matches.
• Full driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Essential Functional / Technical Skills

• Strong financial and analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation and communication skills to present data accurately.

Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. To reward your hard work and commitment we offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday (plus 8).