Transportation & Logistics Manager for Live Events

Christie•Belle Isle, FL

About The Position

The Transportation & Logistics Manager manages day-to-day transportation of Christie Lites equipment between warehouses and live event locations. The role coordinates cost-effective, reliable domestic, cross-border, and international freight to ensure timely delivery and accurate shipment documentation. It also oversees carrier relationships and performance, freight costs, claims, billing issues, and daily team operations and processes.

Requirements

Transportation and logistics experience, including freight planning, carrier coordination, and rate negotiation.
Cross-border and international freight experience, including customs documentation and broker coordination.
Management experience overseeing teams and daily transportation or logistics operations.
Strong organizational, forward-planning, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with MS Office and Excel, including the ability to analyze freight costs and carrier performance.
Self-motivation and the ability to set and meet goals.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
Ability to remain calm and resourceful when resolving time-sensitive shipment issues.
Quality-consciousness, a team-results focus, multitasking ability, and adaptability.

Nice To Haves

Experience in live events, touring, or production logistics is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan freight movements with Transport Coordinators, warehouses, and internal stakeholders to meet shipment requirements and event deadlines.
Select carriers, secure capacity, and coordinate pickup and delivery schedules.
Track shipments, resolve delays, and communicate delivery risks and recovery plans.
Coordinate international and cross-border freight with carriers and customs brokers.
Ensure customs documentation and HS codes are accurate; maintain temporary import records, re-export deadlines, and shipment and customs records for compliance audits.
Identify and onboard carriers based on coverage, cost, reputation, and capability; negotiate freight rates, service terms, and capacity.
Verify carrier insurance coverage and maintain current compliance records.
Compare freight options, monitor carrier performance, and analyze freight costs to identify savings and improve service.
Investigate and document lost, damaged, or delayed shipments; submit carrier claims and pursue reimbursement or credits.
Review freight invoices, resolve discrepancies, and work with Accounting on payment issues.
Coordinate team priorities and coverage, and support Transport Coordinators with operational questions and shipment issues.
Maintain transportation procedures, flowcharts, and accurate vendor information in Nexus.
Work with the software team to resolve system issues affecting transportation operations.