McBride Sport is proud to partner with a prestigious client in the global events industry to find a talented and driven Logistics Lead. Are you ready to take the helm of logistics operations for two of the world’s most celebrated international football tournaments? This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering events that will captivate millions across the globe. About the Role: As a Logistics Lead , you will manage end-to-end logistics for two world-class tournaments, ensuring the seamless coordination of transportation, warehousing, and on-site support across multiple venues and countries. You will collaborate with high-level stakeholders and lead a multidisciplinary team to achieve operational excellence, delivering the highest standards of service while maintaining efficiency and safety. Your work will not just be about logistics—it will be about creating experiences, facilitating memories, and ensuring everything behind the scenes runs as flawlessly as the matches themselves. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Planning: Develop and implement logistics strategies that align with the overall goals of the tournaments, ensuring resources are effectively allocated and timelines are met. Transportation Management: Oversee the safe and timely transportation of materials, equipment, and resources across international borders and multiple venues. Warehousing & Inventory: Manage storage facilities and real-time inventory tracking, ensuring all assets are easily accessible and deployment-ready. On-Site Coordination: Ensure smooth operations at tournament venues, from installation to dismantling, while managing any challenges with confidence and efficiency. Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with internal teams, vendors, and external partners to ensure clear communication and alignment of logistics goals. Compliance & Safety: Guarantee adherence to all relevant regulations, including customs laws, safety standards, and logistical guidelines. Budget Oversight: Maintain cost control, managing a substantial logistics budget while upholding the highest standards of service delivery. Team Leadership: Lead and inspire a diverse team, providing direction, training, and support to ensure flawless execution under tight deadlines. What You’ll Need to Succeed: Proven experience in managing logistics for large-scale international events, with a focus on complex transportation and warehousing systems. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across cultures and geographies. A meticulous eye for detail, ensuring nothing is overlooked in planning or execution. Familiarity with compliance, health, and safety regulations in international logistics operations. A passion for sports and an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that come with global tournaments. What’s in it for You? A competitive salary of $60,000–$70,000 . The chance to work on events of global significance and leave a lasting legacy in the world of sports. A dynamic, fast-paced environment that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence. Opportunities for professional growth and development in one of the most exciting industries in the world. Location: Charlotte.
