Kit Manager

The Kit Manager plays a critical role in supporting players and playing staff at Salford City FC. The position is responsible for the full management of all Club kit and equipment across the First Team and Academy, ensuring all matchday and training requirements are met to the highest standard.

From ordering and stock control through to preparation, distribution, and presentation, the Kit Manager ensures players and staff are fully supported for training, matches, and travel. The role contributes directly to performance by maintaining professional, organised, and well-prepared working environments.

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the Club’s kit department, including First Team and Academy support.
• Ensure all training and match kits are prepared, laundered, presented, and readily available for sessions and fixtures.
• Operate the full kit service schedule, including washing, drying, folding, storage, and quality control.
• Prepare and manage all training and match kits for Academy squads.
• Maintain daily checks on footballs and all relevant training and match equipment.

• Maintain accurate monthly stock control records across all kit and laundry areas.
• Monitor garment quality and wear and tear, ordering replacement items as required.
• Report stock variances or additional kit requirements to the Director of Football for approval.
• Manage kit deliveries and ensure accurate receipt, distribution, and storage.
• Maintain detailed records of issued trialist kit.

• Prepare and set out the Dressing Room and Coaches’ Room ahead of all home and away fixtures.
• Coordinate the transportation of kit to home and away matches, including driving the kit van when required.
• Liaise with playing staff regarding the transport of medical and sports science equipment.
• Travel with squads when required and support both home and away fixtures.
• Cover training sessions as needed to support players and staff.

• Complete all kit printing requests, including matchday and training wear, using heat press equipment.
• Ensure all kits meet competition and Club presentation standards.

• Liaise closely with coaches regarding matchday requirements and allocate training, travel, and match kits accordingly.
• Maintain clear records of daily duties, cleaning schedules, and stock movements.
• Ensure all kit areas (Kit Room, Boot Room, Dressing Room) are maintained to a clean, organised, and professional standard.

Essential

• Previous experience working within a kit or equipment department in a professional sporting environment.
• Highly organised with a methodical and detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and last-minute requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted working relationships with players and staff.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience supporting both First Team and Academy environments.
• Familiarity with heat press printing and stock management systems.

Additional Information

• The role requires a high level of flexibility, including regular evening and weekend work.
• Attendance at every matchday, including away fixtures, is mandatory.
• The role involves regular travel between Club sites and to away locations using the Club kit vehicle.