HEAD OF OPERATIONS: PURESPORT
About the job
Job Title: Head of Operations
Organisation: Puresport
Location: London-based
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive (with equity options)
Reports To: CEO
Role Overview:
As Head of Operations, you will own the end-to-end operational performance of Puresport across e-commerce, retail, and international markets. From sourcing and inventory to systems and compliance, you’ll ensure the company scales with excellence - not shortcuts. A key member of the senior leadership team, you’ll work closely with the CEO and department heads to shape both the strategic direction and internal culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Own the entire supply chain: sourcing, manufacturing, warehousing, and delivery.
Lead the new product development (NPD) process from concept to launch—including supplier sourcing, testing, compliance, and GTM execution.
Build forecasting and inventory systems that balance cash flow and availability across D2C and retail channels.
Align operational planning with commercial strategy—ensuring readiness for launches, sales peaks, and promotions.
Implement and optimise tech systems including ERP and inventory management tools.
Manage logistics and 3PL partners across UK and international markets.
Drive cost efficiency across COGS, freight, packaging, and production—while maintaining exceptional product and brand standards.
Ensure seamless retail operations—from delivery and stock flow to readiness for commercial moments.
Maintain rigorous product quality and regulatory compliance standards.
Prepare the business for scale with professionalised, automated, and data-driven processes.
Build and lead a high-performance operations team.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Finance, Product, and Retail to deliver company goals.
Be a core member of the senior leadership team—shaping company strategy and team culture.
Be a reliable execution partner to the CEO - proactively owning initiatives and solving problems.
Candidate Profile:
You Will Have:
5+ years of experience in operations, ideally in a high-growth consumer brand.
Proven experience scaling operations from £10M to £30M+ revenue.
Deep supply chain knowledge—especially in supplements, wellness, FMCG, or food.
Expertise in demand planning, forecasting, and operational optimisation.
Strong commercial and financial acumen—you understand how ops impacts margin and cash.
Calm and structured under pressure—you bring solutions, not chaos.
A high standard of integrity—you care about doing things the right way.
Bonus Experience (Not Required but Beneficial):
Managing international logistics and 3PLs, particularly in EU and US markets.
Understanding compliance standards in global markets (e.g., labelling, supplements, customs).
Experience implementing ERP or inventory tools to enable omni-channel operations.
ABOUT PURESPORT:
Puresport is a performance wellness brand built For the Long Run, challenging shortcut culture and redefining industry standards. With science-backed products and a values-led approach, they’ve grown rapidly - doubling revenue, launching category-leading products, and building one of the UK’s most active and engaged wellness communities. The company is now entering a scale-up phase, turning their high-growth foundation into a world-class, operationally elite business.
WHAT PURSEPORT OFFER
Competitive salary
Equity options
High-growth, mission-led environment
Strategic influence across all departments
Opportunity to build something meaningful—for the long run
Close partnership with the CEO and senior team
Collaborative and purpose-driven team culture
How to Apply:
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