We are working with a respected events business based in Herefordshire, this fast-growing local brand with a nationwide reach is seeking an ambitious and driven Operations and Logistics Manager on a full time, permanent basis.
Play a key role in supplying some of the UK’s most prestigious events and venues by leading a dedicated team of logistics and warehouse professionals. In this role, you will ensure the seamless movement, coordination and deployment of equipment, stock and infrastructure, helping to bring complex operations to life.
From initial planning through to delivery and de-rig, you will drive operational tasks, ensuring every aspect of the logistics function runs safely, efficiently and compliant with regulatory requirements. This is far more than a traditional logistics role; it requires strategic oversight of complex supply chain operations, including the management of an in-house fleet and third-party logistics partners, while maintaining the agility needed to support large-scale event environments.
What you can expect:
- Starting salary: circa £35,000, depending on experience
- Annual bonus based on personal performance
- Office/site based – HQ in rural north Herefordshire
- 48 hours per week, with travel/overnight required during peak periods (summer)
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Opportunity to work across prestigious events and venues throughout the UK
- Use of company vehicles for business travel
- Private healthcare
- TOIL scheme
- Training days
- Enhanced holidays after length of service
What we are looking for:
This role calls for a calm, steady leader who can think strategically, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, and make confident, decisive decisions when it matters most. You’ll bring clarity and direction in fast-moving environments, while maintaining a grounded, supportive, and approachable style that keeps people aligned, consistent, and motivated.
Relentlessly organised and a clear communicator, you will keep complex operations aligned and moving forward, acting as a key point of coordination between logistics teams, events, operations, and project managers.
You are practical and confident working alongside your team, supporting core operational activity such as vehicle loading, unloading, and on-site setup to ensure successful event delivery.
Essentials:
- Previous experience managing a fast-paced and complex logistics or supply chain operation
- Comfortable with UK travel, working in both an operational and office-based environment
- Experience with inventory management and stock control systems
- Good understanding of H&S requirements within warehouse and logistics environments
- Full UK driving licence essential
- Please note - an employment offer will be subject to references and an enhanced DBS check
What you will be doing – the basics:
- Working closely with Event Managers to ensure all logistical requirements are delivered
- Planning and coordinating the movement of stock and equipment to events across the UK
- Manage the warehouse operation, ensuring efficient control of stock, equipment and assets
- Leading from the front and supporting logistics teams during busy event periods
- Team management including planning workloads, managing holidays, and ensuring procedures are followed
- Managing and forecasting stock requirements to support upcoming events
- Managing H&S compliance, equipment inspections and operational due diligence activities
- Maintaining accurate inventory records and asset tracking through internal systems
- Coordinating equipment maintenance, cleaning and upkeep of vehicles and event infrastructure
- Managing relationships with third-party logistics providers and contractors
- Reporting directly to senior management while collaborating closely with operational teams
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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