Technical Partnerships Controller (Non-Retail)Join to apply for the Technical Partnerships Controller (Non-Retail) role at Chelsea Football ClubJOB TITLE: Technical Partnerships Controller (Non-Retail)DEPARTMENT: PartnershipsLOCATION: Stamford BridgeCONTRACT: Permanent, Full TimeChelsea FC is seeking a highly organised and proactive Kit Operations Executive to manage all non-retail Nike club orders and serve as the central point of contact for Nike product coordination across our Sporting and Commercial departments. This pivotal role ensures the timely allocation and delivery of technical kit to our Men’s, Women’s, U21s, and Academy teams, while also overseeing staff kit distribution and supporting commercial kit needs within budget. If you have experience in sports apparel logistics, supplier management, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, this is your opportunity to play a key role behind the scenes at one of football’s most iconic clubs.We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience. Role PurposeYou will be responsible for managing all non-retail Nike club orders and acting as the main point of contact for Nike related products and development across Sporting and Commercial departments.You will oversee the allocation and timely delivery of technical kit for the Men’s and Women’s teams, U21s and Academy ensuring their specific needs are met efficiently and on time.You will also manage staff kit allocations, ensuring all Chelsea FC staff receive their required kit and maintain accurate records of all allocations throughout the season.Final responsibility is to ensure the commercial divisions needs are met from a kit allocation, ensuring we stay within budget whilst working closely with the merchandise department to manage any additional needs.Your goal will be to provide a best-in-class service to the Sporting & Commercial organisations, ensuring every individual has the right kit when they need it and being the interface back into Nike to accurately manage and report YTD season tracking.Role DimensionSporting & TechnicalResponsible for managing annual Gift of Kit (GOK) budget across Men’s, Women’s and Academy teams along with all other billable, non-retail stock orders.Meet with Club kit leads and Nike regularly to review stock holdings and balancesTo liaise with kitmen on seasonal basis regarding annual Gift Of Kit orders and subsequent management of stock throughout seasonEnsure that all team kit and associated products and/or merchandise comply with Sporting Regulations as well as Chelsea & Nike brand guidelines, including the use of logos, product designs, and colour schemesParticipate in product reviews and feedback sessions with Nike to ensure that the club’s needs are being met and that any issues are addressed proactivelyMain Contact for Nike OrdersBuild and maintain a strong, collaborative relationship with Nike, ensuring that Chelsea’s requirements and standards are upheld in all product orders and deliveries.Liaise directly with Nike on ordering, calling-off and delivery of stock into Club across each dept. according to season schedulesManage internal order and sign off process for all depts. to follow in line with Nike systemsCommercial & Staff Kit Management & AllocationsSupport other internal club departments on Nike product requests in terms of ordering, calling off and ensuring correct deliveryResponsible for longer-term plans for acquiring dedicated GOK stock management and stock control tool which monitors receipt and onward distribution of stock per member, department or functionOrderbook Management & ReportingRegular review meeting with club and Nike accounts depts.Forecast and review all depts. spend against budget with Finance Director and Heads of DeptResponsible for stock control of merchandise within signing department, covering pre-season, signings dept and internal stock requestsManage TSM system ensuring all non-retail merch records are kept up to date and accurateSigned & Gifted StockYearly forecasting, stock management and reporting of all Signed and Gifted items across the clubPhysical movement of stock between Cobham and Stamford Bridge to ensure stock is in the right place at the right time for the necessary event/activitySupport with any Player Signing sessions at Cobham or Stamford Bridge so that our obligations with onward stakeholders are metStorage and timely distribution of signed and gifted stock to key departments, ensuring item is tracked from end-to-endAd hoc stock counts and quarterly meetings with finance to keep on top of recharges and stock valuation vs countsOther ResponsibilitiesCarry out any other reasonable duties or responsibilities as requested by your line manager or other senior managers within the Club.Work flexible hours as the Club requires, this will include matchday working evenings and weekends, and other store and stadium eventsMust Haves/qualified by demonstrable experience to the level requiredProven experience working in a similar role, ideally within a sport & entertainment environment/club or within a sportwear brandExcellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, orders and communication lines simultaneouslyA high level of attention to detail is critical for managing kit allocations, order specifications, and inventory recordsPrevious experience in order processing and stock management with proficiency using order management systems and inventory management softwareA proactive approach with a focus on problem-solving and driving efficiencies within the ClubKnowledge of the technical aspects of sports apparel, including materials, sizing, durability, and functionality for high performance athletic useThe ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly and efficiently, especially in high-pressure situations (e.g., branding deadlines, kit shortages, shipping delays)Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externallyProven ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks effectively, and meet deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and Epos systems and retail softwareHave access to a vehicle and/or the ability to travel between our Club sites; Cobham Training Ground and Stamford BridgeSkills and behaviours:Extremely well organised with a keen eye for detail and forward planningGreat people skills, ability to build relationships, influence decisions and nurture teams - both internally with Sporting & Commercial and externally with partnersProactive with an ability to drive improvement and efficiency across the business unitAdaptable and willing to demonstrate a flexible approach to achieving results within a changeable landscapeOur commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.Chelsea FC and the Foundation is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.This Job Description is not intended to be exhaustive; the duties and responsibilities may therefore vary over time according to the changing needs of the Club.Seniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionGeneral BusinessOur objective is to present a clear, focused job description that preserves the essential information while removing extraneous content. #J-18808-Ljbffr