Raw Materials Management Manager, Outerwear

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today. We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities. Job Purpose The Raw Materials Management Manager, Outerwear will shape how Burberry sources, develops and optimises raw materials across our outerwear category. This role plays a pivotal part in balancing craft, innovation, sustainability and commercial performance. Working closely with design, sourcing, product and finance teams, you will translate creative ambition into robust, future‑ready raw material strategies. Responsibilities Define and deliver a raw materials strategy for outerwear that supports quality, sustainability, cost optimisation and business growth. Lead end‑to‑end supplier management, including selection, onboarding, performance management, risk mitigation and exit strategies. Partner cross‑functionally with design, sourcing, product development, planning and finance to align raw material choices with product vision and critical paths. Negotiate prices, lead times, capacity and minimums, ensuring transparency and resilience across the supplier base. Oversee budget planning, commodity risk management and excess material prevention to protect margin and reduce waste. Develop and support the team through clear direction, capability building and thoughtful talent planning. Personal Profile Proven experience managing raw materials within a luxury or premium fashion environment, ideally with a focus on outerwear or technical fabrics. Strong technical understanding of textile production processes and global supplier landscapes. A collaborative communicator who can influence, negotiate and build trusted partnerships across diverse stakeholders. Commercially minded, with the ability to balance creative ambition, operational rigour and financial outcomes. Comfortable working with data, systems and insights to inform decisions and improve performance. Organised, adaptable and calm under pressure, with a solution‑oriented approach to complex challenges. Qualifications Education level: Bachelor's Degree Work experience: 7-10 years Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr