Freelance Brand Manager (E-commerce and Operations)

Location: Remote (UK/ London-based preferably) About the Role: FIELDS is an emerging clothing brand founded by Naji Basma, a UK-based influencer known for his work in fashion, lifestyle, and fitness. Over the past four years, Naji has built a loyal audience of over 150,000 followers across multiple platforms, collaborating with some of the world’s most renowned brands. Launching his own brand has been a lifelong dream, and FIELDS represents the culmination of this vision: creating a brand that merges function, utility, and style. We’re now taking the first steps to bring this vision to life—and we’re looking for the right person to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to play a pivotal role in building a brand from the ground up. As the brand grows, so will your role, responsibilities, and opportunities, including increased earning potential and even equity. If you’re passionate about fashion, e-commerce, and building something impactful, this could be the perfect role for you. Naji’s Channels: • Instagram • TikTok • Threads • Pinterest Brand Story: FIELDS celebrates those who strive for more - more quality, purpose, and intention in how they present themselves every day. Inspired by Naji’s background in extreme and outdoor sports like Parkour, skating, and calisthenics, our designs blend function, utility, and timeless style to empower individuals to push themselves further in all FIELDS. Our clothing is for those who demand excellence—not just in their wardrobe, but in every aspect of life. FIELDS is for the 1% who value confidence, functionality, and a commitment to showing up as their best selves. Each piece is crafted to inspire confidence and deliver real-world practicality while supporting your goals and values. Responsibilities: • Product Sourcing & Supplier Management: Research and establish relationships with manufacturers, ensuring high-quality production. Manage all aspects of sourcing, from fabrics and materials to packaging. • Order Fulfilment: Oversee inventory and logistics, coordinate with fulfilment centres or third-party providers, and ensure smooth delivery to customers. Develop a returns portal and process to enhance customer experience. Initially, stock and fulfilment can also be handled directly by Naji’s team at his London studio. • Shopify Store Management: Set up, maintain, and optimise the Shopify store. Handle product listings, order processing, and customer service inquiries. • Marketing Support: Collaborate with the founder to align logistics with marketing and product launch strategies. • Brand Growth & Strategy: Work alongside the founder to refine systems and implement new strategies to support scaling and long-term growth. Setting up and overseeing email marketing, helping develop strategies, managing discord groups and building customer retention. • Tech Pack Management: Liaise with designers and manufacturers to create and manage tech packs, ensuring accurate production specifications. • Administrative Support: Manage day-to-day logistics, track milestones, and keep the project moving efficiently. • Additional Input: Bring your expertise to other areas, such as launching new processes, identifying growth opportunities, or problem-solving challenges. Requirements: • Experience with e-commerce platforms like Shopify (or similar). • Proven track record in supply chain management, inventory control, and fulfilment processes. • Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. • Familiarity with remote teams or freelancers (preferred but not essential). • Knowledge of fashion or accessory production is ideal, but experience in other product-based industries is welcome. • Excellent communication and organisational skills. • Self-motivated, proactive, and creative problem-solver. Education & Qualifications (Preferred, but not required): • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion, or a related field. • Relevant certifications or courses in e-commerce, supply chain management, or project management (e.g., Shopify, PMP). • Practical experience and a proven track record in similar roles will carry more weight than formal education. Logistics: • This role is primarily remote, though you are welcome to work from our London HQ, a home studio where Naji and the production team handle day-to-day operations. • Stock, fulfilment, and returns can initially be managed in-house at this location (TBD) Hours & Compensation: • This is a freelance role with flexible hours (estimated 10-20 hours/week to start). • Salary is negotiable and dependent on the hours and scope of work agreed upon. • Potential to transition into a part-time or full-time role as the brand grows, with increased responsibilities and compensation. Benefits: • Flexible Hours: Work remotely on your own schedule. • Growth Potential: Be part of an exciting startup with opportunities for career development. • Equity Options: As an early contributor, you may be eligible for equity in the brand once transitioned to a full-time role. • Impactful Role: Work directly with the founder and a highly motivated team, and have a hands-on role in building something meaningful. Brand Team: FIELDS is supported by a small but dedicated team Naji has built himself - including his PA, a negotiator, and two freelance photographers/editors who currently manage his content creation and influencer side of business. The marketing, branding / design aspects will be overseen and managed by Naji and the current team, with freelancers brought in for specific tasks like tech pack creation and web development. We’re ready to bring FIELDS to life—and you could be a key part of this journey. To Apply: Please send your resume/portfolio and a brief cover letter explaining why you’d be an excellent fit for this role. Share your experience with e-commerce, operations, or fashion production, and tell us how you’d help build a successful brand from the ground up. Email Applications to: director@najibasma.com