Head Equipment Manager, First Team

About the role

Sporting Kansas City's First Team Equipment Manager oversees the procurement, inventory, distribution, maintenance and care of equipment and gear for the Major League Soccer club's First Team. The main goal is to maximise team performance by supporting player and staff equipment needs, and the role also manages the Assistant Equipment Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with players, club personnel and external partners to support equipment needs.
• Manage ordering, shipment tracking, delivery and inventory of team equipment and gear.
• Manage the equipment budget and relationships with key vendors and partners.
• Maintain organised, clean storage areas and keep all gear clean, washed and ready for games and training.
• Pack and transport equipment for away trips, and prepare locker rooms and gear for games and training.
• Attend home and away matches and ensure compliance with club, league and federation policies on uniforms, equipment, branding and gameday operations.
• Represent the club professionally and perform other assigned tasks.

Required profile

• 3 years or more of related experience; Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Fluent English; Spanish fluency preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds routinely, and to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather.
• Travel and irregular hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, are required.

Required skills

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Calendar) preferred.
• Knowledge of MLS, CONCACAF, U.S. Soccer and FIFA regulations preferred.
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills, with a growth mindset and attention to detail.