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U21 & Academy Kit Operations Manager - The Academy, Liverpool Way, Kirkby at Liverpool FC

Position U21 & Academy Kit Operations Manager - The Academy, Liverpool Way, Kirkby
Posted 05 May 2026
Expired 04 Jun 2026
Company Liverpool FC
Location United Kingdom | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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U21 & Academy Kit Operations Manager - The Academy, Liverpool Way, KirkbyJob Introduction

We are seeking an 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.

Financial & Inventory Control

  • 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:

Essential Knowledge

  • 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
  • Excellent communication 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 bank holidays and the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days) and access to our benefits kit bag which includes but not limited to:

  • Contributory pension scheme matching up to 5.5%
  • Life Assurance Cover
  • Free financial guidance and mortgage advice
  • Car salary sacrifice scheme for affordable driving
  • Cycle to Work scheme to keep you active
  • Purchase season ticket loans for easier commuting
  • Exclusive shopping discounts & cashback with top retailers
  • Will Writing Service for future planning
  • Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
  • Medicash Health Cash Plan for everyday healthcare needs
  • Volunteering opportunities to give back to the community
  • Special LFC perks – retail discounts, partner offers, free LFCTV GO access, and priority tickets for matches, events & concerts

…and much more! LFC Benefits.pdf

At Liverpool Football Club, we have an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and are always looking to making a positive difference in the communities that we operate within. We are proud of our achievements in this area; maintaining the Premier League Equality Standard Advanced Level, becoming a founding signatory of the Football Association’s Football Leadership Diversity Code and being recognised as a leader in this important area on and off the pitch. We take our responsibilities in this area seriously and through the work being done across the club, we are committed to increasing the diversity of our people and becoming an increasingly inclusive workplace for all. We are committed to hiring great people representative of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills across our entire business. If you share our enthusiasm and passion for inclusivity, then we want to hear from you.

Liverpool FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all Colleagues and Volunteers to share this commitment. This role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

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Location: The Academy, Liverpool Way, KirkbyClosing Date: 2026-05-12

Job Info:

  • Company: Liverpool FC
  • Position: U21 & Academy Kit Operations Manager - The Academy, Liverpool Way, Kirkby
  • Work Location: United Kingdom
  • Country: GB

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