We are working with a respected and fast growing events business based in Herefordshire for an ambitious and diligent Logistics Manager on a full time, permanent basis. You will be responsible for managing a dynamic team of logistics and warehouse professionals delivering equipment across major high-profile events and venues throughout the UK. This is a pivotal role ensuring equipment, stock and infrastructure are coordinated seamlessly, from setup through de-rigs, while ensuring compliance with all safety and regulatory standards.
What You Can Expect
- Permanent, full-time position
- Starting salary - negotiable depending on experience
- Opportunity to work across prestigious events and venues throughout the UK
- 48 hours per week, with frequent travel/overnight required during peak periods
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Use of company vehicles for business travel
What You Will Be Doing
- Working closely with Event Managers to ensure all logistical requirements are delivered on time and in full
- Planning and coordinating the movement of stock, equipment to events across the UK overseeing successful execution of logistics plans
- Managing the warehouse operation and personnel, ensuring efficient control of stock, equipment and assets, planning workloads, managing holidays and ensuring procedures are followed
- Managing and forecasting stock requirements to support upcoming events.
- Managing health and safety compliance, equipment inspections and operational due diligence activities
- Maintaining accurate inventory records and asset tracking through internal systems, overseeing all goods in and goods out activities
- Coordinating equipment maintenance, cleaning and upkeep of vehicles and event infrastructure
- Managing relationships with third-party logistics providers and contractors
- Leading from the front and supporting logistics teams during busy event periods
- Reporting directly to senior management while collaborating closely with operational teams
What We Are Looking For
- Previous experience managing a fast paced logistics, warehouse or supply chain operation essential
- Experience within the events, hospitality or related sector would be advantage
- Strong organisational skills with ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Experience managing teams and allocating resources effectively
- Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front
- Comfortable with UK travel, working in both an operational and office-based environment
- Ability to perform under pressure and within tight deadlines
- Experience with inventory management and stock control systems
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements within warehouse and logistics environments
- Full UK driving licence essential
Recruitment Direct Leominster are an equal opportunities employer and working as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. You must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK to apply for this role.
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