Head of Logistics - Major Sporting Events, Catering & Hospitality

Head of Logistics — Major Sporting Events, Catering & Hospitality Salary: £65K-£70K Location: Oxfordshire/Hybrid

From F1 paddocks to premium hospitality suites, from centre court to the finish line, you'll be the person who makes it all happen.

Some jobs sit behind a desk. This one sits at the heart of the action, orchestrating the power, water, transport, kit and people that turn empty spaces into world-class live event experiences, time after time, under pressure that would make most people flinch.

We're working exclusively with a leading name in premium live events and hospitality to find an experienced, commercially sharp Head of Logistics to take ownership of logistics operations across a portfolio of high-profile live events, premium hospitality experiences and international sporting projects. If you thrive on complexity, love the buzz of a live build, and know exactly what it takes to deliver flawlessly when the stakes, and the standards, are sky-high, we want to talk to you.

What you'll be doing You'll be the senior logistics lead across multiple simultaneous events, steering everything from pre-event planning through to post-event breakdown:

Own the operation — lead complex, multi-agency planning processes and act as the go-to logistics authority for internal teams, venues, contractors, suppliers and clients alike Run the money — manage substantial operational budgets, lead high-value tenders and supplier negotiations, and find the commercial efficiencies that make premium delivery sustainable Build the team — lead, develop and mentor your logistics team, creating a high-performance culture that extends across internal and external delivery partners Master the kit — oversee company-owned equipment and catering assets, from stock takes to utilisation, keeping everything accounted for and match-fit Be on the ground — deliver operational briefings, oversee build and setup to premium standards, and be the calm, decisive presence when things need solving fast Go global — plan international routing, transport and storage of event assets, and build networks of trusted suppliers wherever in the world the next event takes you

What you'll bring Significant experience delivering large-scale live events — premium hospitality, catering, sporting or cultural events are all a strong fit A track record leading complex operational and logistics functions in fast-paced environments, with the budgets and stakeholder relationships to prove it Sharp procurement and negotiation instincts, strong Excel skills, and a genuine grip on health & safety and risk management A calm head under pressure, a collaborative leadership style, and the kind of attention to detail that premium clients notice and remember Experience in Formula 1, motorsport, premium sports hospitality or international events is a big plus, as is a passion for sustainability in live event delivery.

Interested? Get in touch today for a confidential chat, I would love to hear from you!