Mark Woodward

Organised and proactive Kit and Logistics Manager with over 5 years of experience in elite sports environments, including professional football and rugby. Proven ability to manage complex logistics, control stock, and ensure high service levels for training, matches, and international travel. Adept at supplier negotiation, budget monitoring, and process improvement.

Eager to leverage extensive experience in kit operations and academy support to enhance service delivery at Brentford Football Club.

Kit and logistics manager - Harlequins football club - Twickernham

(2019-11)

• Orchestrated logistics operations, coordinating transportation, warehousing, and inventory control to optimise supply chain efficiency.
• Managed logistics and kit operations, ensuring high service levels were consistently met.
• Negotiated supplier agreements to secure quality products, cost-effectiveness, and timely deliveries.
• Tracked all purchases and supply movements to maintain precise record-keeping.
• Enhanced stock efficiency by managing logistics and inventory through data analysis.
• Supervised the preparation of equipment for training days, ensuring it was clean and ready for use, alongside daily kit and logistics management duties.
• Facilitated seamless transitions of kit and equipment from transportation to the changing room and pitch for both home and away games within the UK and internationally.

Kit manager - London broncos rugby league - London

(2017-08 - 2019-10)

• Maintained optimal stock levels and minimised waste through diligent inventory management.
• Oversaw daily business operations, demonstrating adaptability to evolving demands.
• Ensured the smooth execution of training and match days by organising the secure transport of all kit and equipment.

Kit manager - Crawley town football club - Crawley

(2018-05 - 2019-07)

• Improved team productivity by monitoring performance and implementing strategic enhancement plans.
• Developed and executed effective training initiatives, bolstering team capabilities and performance outcomes.
• Managed the transportation of kit and equipment for all games, ensuring all matchday and training attire was laundered and prepared for training and match days.

Armed forces - British army - UK

(1989-08 - 2014-09)

GCSEs - Maths, science, art, craft design and tech - Streetly comprehensive (1983-09 - 1989-05)