Senior Manager, Equine Services

LA28 • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community. The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles. Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. Senior Manager, Equine Services : The Logistics department is responsible for effectively and efficiently providing materials management and logistics support all LA28 functions. The Sr. Manager, Equine Services will be responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of all equine logistics operations for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games. These responsibilities include providing oversight of the international and domestic transport of horses, feed, equipment, veterinary supplies, and related materials. Reporting to the Head of Special Projects, the Sr. Manager, Equine Services will oversee all aspects of horse movement and welfare logistics, including coordination with LAX on airside operations, venue teams, transportation providers, quarantine facilities, and external government agencies such as USDA, CBP, TSA, and Immigration. This position will play a critical role in identifying and addressing operational gaps, ensuring continuity and support across functional areas and external partners, and delivering safe, efficient, and welfare-focused equine transport solutions throughout Games-time operations.

Requirements

• 7 + years of direct equine operations, equine logistics, veterinary support, or horse stable facility management experience
• Strong knowledge of US Customs and import / export regulations regarding equine transport
• Proven experience managing operational, financial, and welfare aspects of international equestrian transport
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with international stakeholders and managing end-to-end transport solutions
• Experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-national environment
• Aptitude to present and clearly communicate to audiences in a multitude of public / private settings, as required
• Willing to work on complex, tight, immovable timelines while maintaining a positive attitude, exhibiting patience, persistence and attention to detail
• Demonstrated success in independently developing effective equine processes and procedures
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of multi-disciplines of horses
• Prioritize animal welfare and comfort through meticulous care and attention
• Utilize knowledge of equine behavior to oversee the logistics operations
• Build relationships with internal clients and external partners, including federation staff
• Team player with the ability to pivot / adapt, scale up and down, from planning principles to execution
• Excellent reputation among equine logistics global community
• Collaborative, flexible approach with an ability to roll with the transitional nature of the organization as it grows and establishes itself over the next 2 - 3 years
• Experience in drafting technical documents, policies and procedures
• Must be proficient with computers as well as Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook)
• Confident self-starter with the ability to make quick decisions, gathering input from key stakeholders and advancing the initiative forward and drive flawless execution
• Passion for sport; passion for Los Angeles
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneous
• An undergraduate degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Veterinarian Services preferred/ Managerial certification]

Nice To Haves

• Previous games experience in Equine Logistics or major international equestrian events strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Equine Services sub-stream within Logistics to address strategic priorities and Games delivery requirements
• Orchestrate and implement an end-to-end equine logistics strategy for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games, including arrivals, departures, stabling, feed supply, and venue transport
• Coordinate with international federations, National Olympic Committees, National Paralympic Committees, team officials, and veterinary stakeholders regarding equine movement requirements
• Build staffing plans, recruit, interview, hire, train, and supervise a multi-disciplinary equine services team
• Identify and analyze critical activities to develop contingency, emergency response, and animal welfare plans
• Establish and manage expectations with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes
• Oversee transport scheduling and routing for horses, feed, tack, equipment, and related materials between airports, quarantine sites, training venues, and competition venues
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and international regulations related to equine import/export, customs clearance, quarantine, and animal welfare
• Partner with veterinary and venue operations teams to ensure proper stabling, biosecurity, hydration, feeding, and recovery procedures are in place
• Manage vendor relationships for horse transport carriers, feed suppliers, bedding suppliers, veterinarians, and specialty service providers
• Support the development and integration of logistics systems and Games-time tracking tools related to equine operations
• Monitor operational readiness through test events, simulations, and readiness exercises
• Oversee Games-time issue resolution and rapid response for any equine transport or welfare incidents
• Track budgets, contracts, and operational costs related to equine services in partnership with Finance and Procurement
• Provide reporting, status updates, and executive briefings to senior leadership as required

Benefits

• The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.
• LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.
• LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law.
• LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws.
• We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply.
• We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree