Job Description

Production & Sourcing Lead

Founded in 2004, Rapha exists to inspire the world to live life by bike. We believe that cycling has the power to improve people's lives, but as well as enjoying it for what it is today, we are determined to change cycling and open it up to more people so that they too can discover the joys of riding a bike.


As Rapha continues to evolve processes, refine ways of working, and build on the company strategy, a position has become available within the Sourcing & Production team, as a Sourcing & Production Lead.


The Sourcing & Production team at Rapha work towards the on-time delivery of product, to the highest quality, to the required cost, in line with business objectives. They are responsible for developing and maintaining excellent partnerships with tier one suppliers, and achieving measurable progress towards supply chain social and environmental sustainability goals. This is a central function which interacts with all aspects of the business, from Customer Services and Finance to Product Design, Marketing and category teams. This team sits within the broader Supply Chain & Sustainability function and this role reports to the Senior Production & Sourcing Manager.

The Role:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with nominated suppliers; being the main contact for all sourcing, production, quality and sustainability related queries. Send purchase orders to suppliers and follow through on any MOQ or surcharge issues that may arise. Oversee supplier production work in progress (WIP) reports, prioritising effectively to balance supply and demand, feeding inputs into the weekly and monthly S&OP process. Negotiate prices and work with Product Development to value engineer product to achieve target cost price and intake margins, troubleshooting and working with senior members of the cross functional product teams for resolution. Keep our internal ERP and PLM systems up to date with accurate information. Conduct risk assessments to identify potential sourcing & production issues during the product creation process and coordinate solutions with the category leads, escalating significant issues to Product Leadership and working to minimise any commercial impact. Work with suppliers to follow through on our social and environmental supply chain sustainability goals by ensuring the accuracy and cadence of inputting audit data and the maintenance of supplier SER dashboards. Ensure suppliers follow up on any CAP's that must be implemented. Work cross functionally with the Product team in weekly XF meetings, presenting key sourcing information at product range reviews. Collaborate cross functionally with Logistics and Finance to ensure invoices are correct and paid on time. Collaborate with the Garment Technology team to ensure 3rd party AQL's and booked on time in accordance with the critical path. Travel to global suppliers and conferences as needed.

About You:

Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role, preferably within the fashion or sportswear industry within a sourcing / production / supply chain role. Detail oriented with strong follow-through. Strong analytical skills and numerical dexterity. Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to work with sizable amounts of data and learning various types of systems Proactive, dynamic interpersonal style, able to act between different departments in a diplomatic, non-confrontational manner. An understanding of, or a desire to learn about the Rapha product range. Self starter who is equally comfortable working autonomously & responding to instructions. An interest in active sports and a willingness to embrace a life by bike Highly motivated, clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a good understanding of stakeholder management. Appreciation for sustainability. Excellent negotiation skills. Able to work at a fast pace and prioritise what's important.

Working at Rapha

We are continuously looking into ways to invest in our employees and build a better working culture and environment. Here are just some of the internal benefits we offer:

Flexible working hours Support ad-hoc remote working during the week - Minimum 4 days in office Free barista coffee and social drinks in the office Monthly department social events and quarterly office social away days We offer a flexible riding benefit to allow you to go out riding on a Wednesday morning with colleagues or learn to cycle to cycling through our Getting Started Scheme. We offer all our employees a 50% apparel discount and a discount for family and friends An annual clothing allowance Free membership to the Rapha Cycling Club Company Pension Scheme * Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay