What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEAD EQUIPMENT MANAGER position at San Diego FC?
HEAD EQUIPMENT MANAGER
San Diego FC (San Diego FC) is the newest member of the MLS family. As part of the unique Right to Dream model and the Sycuan Tribe’s deep roots, we are proud to be building a San Diego-centric soccer organization that honours our history and celebrates emerging excellence.
SUMMARY:
The Head Equipment Manager for San Diego FC will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of equipment management and operations to ensure the team’s success both on and off the field. Primary responsibilities will include managing inventory, organizing equipment, and servicing players and coaching staff with their daily kit and equipment needs for training, matches and travel.
RESPONSIBILITES:
Reporting to Director, Football Operations, the primary duties and responsibilities will be:
- Work with the Director, Football Operations in creating and managing the annual equipment budget.
- Manage and maintain the inventory platform of all team hard and soft goods, including match kit, training gear, field equipment and other accessories.
- Work closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure accurate ordering, competitive pricing and timely delivery of equipment.
- Ensure all kit and equipment is correctly crested and embellished with logos, names, numbers and commercial partner marks according to team and league guidelines.
- Manage the distribution of equipment and uniforms as needed, ensuring all players and staff are equipped with their respective gear needs for training, travel and matches.
- Ensure the equipment areas and storage room are maintained to the highest standards of organization and cleanliness.
- Maintain the look, cleanliness and organization of the first team player and staff locker rooms ensuring that all daily kit, provisions and toiletries are provided.
- Plan, implement and execute a packing strategy for all team travel.
- Oversee the daily laundry processes.
- Assist coaching staff in the field setup, transition and breakdown for practices and matches.
- Adhere to league regulations and guidelines regarding equipment standards and safety.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates can meet the requirements with a combination of experience in the following areas:
- Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a similar role within MLS or in a professional soccer team preferred
- Superior organizational and time management skills
- Must have a high level of communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of soccer equipment and apparel brands
- Must be able to work successfully in a fast-paced and pressure filled environment
- Familiarity with inventory management systems
- Customer service oriented
ABOUT SAN DIEGO FC:
Our VISIONis to be the epicenter of football excellence and innovation in North America
Our MISSION is to create opportunities for talent to flourish and San Diego to shine
We value community, diversity, and acting with purpose. We are looking for leaders at all levels to co-create the culture of a new organization that is built on the premise that you can discover, understand, and re-define excellence by nurturing talent and creating opportunity anywhere – specifically though soccer.
Globally, Right to Dream partners with talented young people to give them a nurturing environment to flourish and thrive. We do this through a holistic model of athletic development, where young people grow as human beings and great footballers. RTD’s promise is set out in their Manifesto: a set of 8 commitments which will be central to the San Diego FC ethos from the front office to the field, when games start at Snapdragon Stadium in 2025.
This is an opportunity to be a part of a great team building something meaningful for San Diego. We offer excellent benefits including health coverages with generous company contributions, over 40 days of paid time off, and a 4% company match on your 401(k). Soccer is humanity and together, we can make a meaningful impact both on and off the field, fostering a culture that embraces excellence and equal opportunities. SDFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We encourage all individuals who share our commitment to community and soccer to apply Soccer is humanity and together, we can make a meaningful impact both on and off the field, fostering a culture that embraces excellence and equal opportunities. SDFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000
