Logistics Director - Large Scale Events

Nteractive

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Nteractive is seeking an experienced Logistics Director to lead the logistics strategy and delivery for large-scale global event programs. This senior leadership role involves overseeing all aspects of event logistics, including global freight, transportation, venue operations, accommodation, inventory management, and onsite execution, to ensure seamless, safe, and high-standard delivery for clients. The ideal candidate is passionate about world-class events, adept at solving complex logistical challenges, and enjoys leading high-performing international teams.

Requirements

Significant experience (10+ years) delivering logistics for large-scale global events.
Proven experience acting as the Logistics Lead across complex international programmes.
Extensive experience managing logistics workstreams for events with 5,000–13,000+ attendees.
Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience managing budgets of up to $55 million.
Excellent knowledge of international freight, customs, transportation, accommodation and venue logistics.
Experience leading cross-functional project teams and managing multiple suppliers.
Strong stakeholder management and consultancy skills with the confidence to advise senior clients.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex programmes simultaneously.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with confidence using PowerPoint and other business systems.
A calm, proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to thrive under pressure.
Ability to attend our Staines-upon-Thames office as required to support collaboration and client needs.
Suitable home working environment.
Minimum broadband speed of 25MB download / 2MB upload.
Willingness and ability to undertake international travel throughout the year (approximately 20–30%).
Flexibility to work across multiple global time zones when required.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead logistics strategies across large-scale global event programmes.
Act as the Logistics Lead, overseeing all logistics workstreams from planning through to delivery.
Provide strategic advice to clients, ensuring logistics plans support both business objectives and exceptional attendee experiences.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce operational risk and introduce best practice across logistics operations.
Lead post-event reviews, analysing performance and driving continuous improvement.
Lead logistics planning and delivery for complex international events with audiences of 5,000–20,000+ attendees.
Oversee all logistics workstreams including freight, shipping, transportation, accommodation, inventory management, customs, venue logistics and onsite operations.
Develop detailed logistics plans, schedules, trackers and contingency plans.
Coordinate suppliers, venues and operational partners to ensure seamless delivery.
Collaborate with Production, Technical Production, Sponsorship, Registration, Food & Beverage and Creative teams to deliver integrated event experiences.
Manage operational risks and implement effective contingency planning throughout programme delivery.
Build trusted relationships with clients, acting as the senior logistics advisor throughout programme delivery.
Provide proactive communication, practical solutions and expert guidance across all logistics activities.
Work collaboratively with Account Directors to ensure logistics strategies align with wider programme objectives.
Prepare, own and manage logistics budgets of up to $55 million.
Monitor programme spend, forecasting and financial performance throughout delivery.
Negotiate supplier contracts to achieve the best possible value while maintaining exceptional quality.
Identify commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring programmes remain financially successful.
Lead multidisciplinary logistics teams across complex international programmes.
Mentor and coach colleagues, helping develop logistics capability across the business.
Support recruitment, freelancer selection and resource planning as the team continues to grow.
Champion collaboration, operational excellence and Nteractive's values across every project.