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Fanatics

China-based licensed sports merchandise retailer

Inventory Manager

Inventory ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLondon, UKNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or fulfilment.
  • Experience managing inventory across multiple sites and/or third-party logistics environments.
  • Strong warehouse management system and advanced Excel capability; enterprise resource planning or order management system experience is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured mindset.
  • Confident stakeholder management skills across Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams.
  • Comfort operating in a fast-paced, scaling environment.

Responsibilities

  • Own inventory accuracy, governance, and control across the international fulfilment network, including the UK, EU, and third-party logistics partners.
  • Own and maintain inventory accuracy of at least 99% across internal warehouses and third-party logistics providers.
  • Design and lead structured cycle count programs and annual stock audits.
  • Investigate discrepancies, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective action plans.
  • Establish inventory control frameworks to minimize shrinkage and financial exposure.
  • Approve and oversee inventory adjustments with proper documentation and controls.
  • Own warehouse management system inventory configuration and ensure system integrity across locations.
  • Drive real-time stock visibility through dashboards and reporting tools.
  • Partner with Technology and Operations to improve automation, reporting accuracy, and system workflows.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen data reliability and reduce manual intervention.
  • Work with Fulfilment and Logistics to align inventory availability with operational execution.
  • Partner with Supply Chain on demand planning, stock allocation, and aged inventory management.
  • Collaborate with Finance on monthly reconciliations, audit readiness, and compliance reporting.
  • Support Commercial teams with visibility into stock risks and availability constraints.
  • Own inventory performance governance with third-party logistics partners, including service-level agreements on accuracy and reporting.
  • Conduct regular site reviews in the UK and EU to assess processes, controls, and compliance.
  • Ensure timely and accurate processing of returns back into sellable inventory.
  • Standardize inventory processes across internal and outsourced sites.
  • Define and track inventory key performance indicators, including accuracy, shrinkage, aged stock, reconciliation timing, and stock adjustments.
  • Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting to Fulfilment and Finance leadership.
  • Provide actionable insights and preventative recommendations to reduce risk.
  • Undertake other tasks reasonably expected within the scope and grading of the post.

Desired Qualifications

  • Enterprise resource planning or order management system experience.

About the Company

Fanatics

China-based licensed sports merchandise retailer

Fanatics China is a joint venture between Fanatics Inc. and Hillhouse Capital that localizes and scales licensed sports merchandise for China. It designs, manufactures, and markets fan gear for Chinese consumers, operating a multi-channel model that includes building and running e-commerce sites for global leagues and teams, exploring online marketplaces, and developing physical retail concepts. Its product workflow combines technology, data, and on-demand manufacturing to manage the entire supply chain, enabling fast response to demand. The company differentiates itself through a China-focused approach backed by Hillhouse’s network and investments, its end-to-end vertical commerce model, and partnerships with hundreds of sports organizations, which together help it navigate China’s complex retail landscape. The goal is to satisfy a previously underserved Chinese market for licensed sports merchandise by creating localized products and channels that connect fans with official gear.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total funding
$5.2B
Headquarters
Huangpu, China
Founded
1995

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