Physical Operations Manager
Location: Wimbledon Village, London (Hybrid – minimum 3 days per week in the office)
We're looking for an experienced Physical Operations Manager to join our Label Management team.
This is a varied, hands-on role at the heart of our label services business. You'll oversee physical releases from initial planning through to manufacture, distribution and ongoing catalogue management, working closely with labels, artists, manufacturers and retail partners to deliver successful campaigns.
Alongside the physical side of the business, you'll also support selected digital activity, including preparing and coordinating priority releases for editorial pitching to streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.
No two days are the same. One morning you could be negotiating vinyl manufacturing quotes, reviewing artwork or arranging an artist signing session. In the afternoon you might be planning a repress, managing warehouse stock, setting up a new release with our distribution partners or preparing a key release for DSP pitching.
The role
You'll be responsible for:
Managing physical manufacturing from quotation through to finished product
Coordinating artwork, audio assets and production schedules
Working closely with pressing plants, manufacturers and physical distribution partners
Managing inventory, represses and catalogue stock
Setting up physical releases and supporting retail campaigns
Overseeing D2C stock and artist stores
Coordinating key industry initiatives including Record Store Day and National Album Day
Preparing and coordinating priority releases for editorial pitching to streaming services
Working closely with our Label Management, Finance, Digital and Marketing teams to ensure campaigns run smoothly from start to finish
Preparation of quotes and invoice approval
About you
You'll already have experience in physical music operations, manufacturing, supply chain or product management within the music industry.
You'll be someone who:
Is highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Enjoys juggling multiple projects and meeting deadlines
Is confident working with artists, managers, labels and external partners
Has strong commercial awareness and enjoys solving problems
Has good Excel and data management skills
Has a genuine passion for physical music and the independent music sector
You'll have proven experience in physical music operations, with a strong understanding of vinyl and CD manufacturing, production budgets, physical distribution, inventory management, direct-to-consumer (D2C) operations and physical release campaigns.
What we offer
Hybrid working (minimum three days per week in our Wimbledon Village office)
22 days annual leave, plus your birthday, bank holidays and our Christmas office closure
Private medical insurance
Ongoing training and development
The opportunity to work with an exciting and diverse roster of independent artists and labels
This is a full-time role. Typical office hours are Monday to Thursday 09:30 – 18:00 and on Fridays, we finish at 17:00.
If you're passionate about physical music and enjoy bringing great releases to life, we'd love to hear from you!
How to apply
Please submit your application below, including a cover letter and your CV.
The closing date for applications is 8th July 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a first round virtual interview shortly after this date.
Due to the anticipated number of submissions, we are unable to guarantee a reply to all applicants.
Equal Opportunities
You’re welcome to apply to any of our roles regardless of your race, gender, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or parental responsibility. We are open to making reasonable adjustments to both the job spec and interview process to be fully inclusive and you’re welcome to let us know about these at any point during the recruitment process.