Product Assistant

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.

We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.  

The Purpose:  

We’re looking for a proactive and organised Product Assistant to support the smooth running of our Product team. Sitting at the centre of our product operations, you’ll work closely with suppliers, factories, internal teams, and licensees to help bring high-quality products to market. This role plays a vital part in developing exciting ranges—both self-sourced and licensee produced—that meet our brand’s quality, safety, cost, and margin goals.
If you’re passionate about product, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to grow your career, this is the perfect role to make a meaningful impact.

The Role: 

As a key member of the Product team, you’ll support day-to-day product operations and gradually take ownership of product development tasks. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing product samples and critical paths

• Providing marketing support to ensure products are showcased effectively

• Working with the Merchandising Assistant to track deliveries

• Handling administrative tasks such as raising purchase orders and compiling sales reports

• Assisting in the development of product ranges—with opportunities to lead your own ranges over time

• Liaising with the Mega Store and E-Commerce teams to ensure accurate and timely product information

• Managing licensee product and packaging approvals

• Maintaining website product data, including attribution and customer journey optimisation

• Conducting competitor and trend analysis to support decision-making

• Supporting ad-hoc tasks to keep the department running efficiently

You’ll collaborate internally across Product, Merchandising, E-Commerce Trading, Marketing, and Brand, while also engaging with suppliers, partners, and licensees on a regular basis.

The Person: 

We’re looking for someone who is organised, enthusiastic, and commercially aware—someone who thrives on variety and is eager to learn. You will bring:

• Strong organisation, efficiency, and attention to detail

• Confidence using Excel & PowerPoint, PowerBI experience is beneficial, but training will be given

• A solid understanding of market trends and the product development process

• Strong numerical and analytical skills

• The ability to work well in a team and independently

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Effective time management and a proactive, can-do attitude

• Willingness to take on tasks of all sizes

Experience & Background: 

• Experience in product development, merchandising, buying, or selling—ideally within retail

• Understanding of the full product lifecycle

• Strong consumer and competitor awareness

• Proven commercial acumen

• Ability to travel within the UK and Europe when required

• We are also open to applications from graduates with a relevant degree (e.g., Business, Fashion, Retail, Product, or similar) who can demonstrate strong interest, curiosity, and enthusiasm for retail and product management

 What We Offer:  

At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Annual incentive scheme 

• Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace

• Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners

• Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities

• Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days

• Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs

• A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth

Our Commitment to You:  

At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?  

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Tuesday 9th December 2025

Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.

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