Vendor Coordinator

Fanatics Commerce is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise operating a vertically integrated platform that designs manufactures and delivers officially licensed apparel jerseys headwear and collectibles for major leagues teams and events worldwide. With more than 900 e-commerce sites and a global omnichannel presence across digital in-venue and retail Fanatics Commerce reaches fans in over 180 countries and powers official fan experiences for many of the worlds most iconic sports properties.

At Fanatics we bring our BOLD Leadership Principles to life every day - building championship teams obsessing over fans acting with entrepreneurial speed and delivering with a determined and relentless mindset.

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Vendor Operations Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating vendor activity across production logistics and supply chain functions ensuring materials and components are delivered on time and that vendor performance is aligned with supply and demand forecasts. This role serves as a key administrative and analytical hub providing reporting cross-functional collaboration and hands-on support across the full production-to-logistics handover cycle. The Vendor Operations Coordinator delivers business and fan impact through BOLD leadership and execution excellence leveraging data automation and AI-enabled insights.

HOW WILL YOU DRIVE IMPACT
Success is measured by the ability to deliver results through BOLD capabilities and measurable outcomes.

Team & Leadership Impact (Build Championship Teams)

Partner closely with operational and supply chain teams finance partners logistics and retail services and existing or new vendors and suppliers to ensure seamless execution across the supply chain.

Communicate production updates risks and schedule changes clearly to internal stakeholders supporting alignment across cross-functional teams including customer operations merchandising and buying.

Contribute to seasonal planning and product launch timelines ensuring all relevant teams are informed and prepared.

Fan & Customer Impact (Obsessed with Fans)

Coordinate retail demand versus capacity planning escalating issues where needed to protect the customer experience and fulfillment commitments.

Support the execution and management of Value-Added Services (VAS) requirements to ensure product meets quality and presentation standards before reaching the end consumer.

Track shipments and proactively update stakeholders on delivery status minimizing disruption to downstream operations and retail timelines.

Support seasonal planning and product launch timelines to ensure product availability aligns with fan and customer demand.

Innovation & Problem Solving (Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit)

Support the implementation of automation and operational best practices to improve vendor management efficiency and reduce manual effort.

Produce regular analytical reports on vendor performance production status and cost metrics identifying trends and areas for improvement.

Support data-driven decision-making across sourcing and supply chain teams through accurate timely reporting and analysis.

Assist in managing import/export documentation where applicable identifying process improvements to streamline logistics workflows.

Ownership & Execution (Determined & Relentless Mindset)

Manage and support production schedules ensuring materials and components are replenished and delivered to vendors on time.

Coordinate with logistics teams on shipments delivery schedules and documentation ensuring end-to-end visibility and accountability.

Provide regular reporting on production and vendor schedules to key stakeholders maintaining transparency and enabling proactive decision-making.

Serve as the administrative backbone across all vendor activity supporting the Supply Chain function with any additional tasks required to keep operations running smoothly.

AI & DIGITAL CAPABILITY
We are building a future-ready organization. This role is expected to:
Apply AI and technology to improve efficiency quality and outcomes

Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance performance

Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in adopting new technologies and ways of working

Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE YOU BRING
Required Qualifications:

2 years of experience in a relevant manufacturing vendor management or supply chain role.

Experience working in a dynamic fast-paced environment with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders including vendors logistics partners and finance teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with strong skills in data collection analysis and reporting.

Experience using ERP software or similar supply chain management systems.

Familiarity with production or supply chain processes including materials management production scheduling and logistics coordination.

Comfortable working remotely with vendors and operating as part of a wider distributed supply chain team.

WORK LOCATION

Hybrid: The primary place of performance of this role is the Companys office located in Manchester subject to the Companys current hybrid work policy. This role currently requires in-office presence 3 days per week.

At Fanatics we operate with a BOLD mindset - We Build Championship Teams were Obsessed with Fans we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If youre ready to contribute to a dynamic fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth we want you to be part of our team.

ABOUT US
Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce Fanatics Collectibles and Fanatics Betting & Gaming allowing sports fans to Buy Collect and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform sports fans can buy licensed fan gear jerseys lifestyle and streetwear products headwear and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards sports memorabilia and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties including major national and international professional sports leagues players associations teams colleges college conferences and retail partners 2500 athletes and celebrities and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2000 retail locations including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

ABOUT THE TEAM
Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer manufacturer and seller of licensed fan gear jerseys lifestyle and streetwear products headwear and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues teams colleges and associations globally as well as its flagship site .

Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online sports venue and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues teams colleges and sports organizations across the worldincluding the NFL NBA MLB NHL MLS Formula 1 and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys Golden State Warriors Paris Saint-Germain Chelsea FC and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame University of Alabama and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC) England Rugby and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).

At Fanatics Commerce we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:
Build Championship Teams
Obsessed with Fans
Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit
Determined and Relentless Mindset

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