Overview
Salary: £34000 – £34000
Shift hours: Full Time
Logistics Manager
- £34,000 per annum
- Medicash – Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
- Aviva Digicare – Free annual healthcare check
- Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
- Entertainment discounts – up to 55% off cinema tickets
- Health & Wellbeing discounts – Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)
- Travel discounts – Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia
- Shopping discounts – Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
- Meals on duty
- Vodaphone discounts
- Pension scheme and Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 23 days + BH’s and additional day off for your birthday
- 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
- Competitive and supportive family benefits
- Day off for baby’s first birthday
- Holiday purchase scheme
- On-going training & development and career pathways
- Professional subscriptions paid
- Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
Who We Are:
Levy UK & Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality.
In the UK, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sport, entertainment, and events. Our partnerships include venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, Edgbaston, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Principality Stadium, Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and ExCel London.
We are culinary champions – it’s what we do and it’s what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences. Focused on ?doing the right thing’ for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.
We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027, are official partners of the British Paralympic Association, and are proud to pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.
We collaborate with some of the UK’s most game-changing and well-loved brands, all sharing our vision for bringing best-in-class experiences.
More about the role:
- The role of a Logistics Manager within the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) is crucial to the seamless execution of live events, conferences, and exhibitions. Operating at the intersection of planning, coordination, and resource management, the Logistics Manager oversees the entire logistical framework to ensure events run efficiently and successfully
- Your primary purpose is to optimise the flow of materials, equipment, and personnel from pre-event planning through post-event evaluation. This involves coordinating with various internal departments, external vendors, and third-party service providers to guarantee the timely delivery and setup of necessary resources
- You must have a keen understanding of the specific requirements of each event, ranging from technical setups for concerts to accommodating diverse exhibitor needs in conferences
- Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in cost control, negotiating contracts, and managing budgets related to logistics. In essence, the Logistics Manager at SEC is instrumental in orchestrating the behind-the-scenes operations that contribute to the overall success and positive experience of participants and attendees at live events within the dynamic Scottish event landscape
About you:
- Proven experience in logistics management, preferably within the events industry
- Proven experience in a managerial role, demonstrating successful coordination of logistics for live events, conferences, and exhibitions
- In-depth knowledge of logistics principles, supply chain management, and event operations
- Ability to create and implement comprehensive logistical plans tailored to the specific requirements of diverse events
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal teams, external vendors, and clients
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills for contract management and stakeholder engagement
- Proven ability to identify and resolve logistical challenges in a fast-paced environment
- Capacity to make effective decisions under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
- Demonstrated experience in managing budgets related to logistics and resource allocation
- Financial acumen for cost control and negotiation of contracts with suppliers
At Levy UK & Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered.
Our team is a vibrant tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, which enriches our creativity, innovation, and overall success. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities, promoting fairness, and ensuring that all voices are heard.
We firmly believe that a diverse team leads to innovation and creativity. We welcome candidates from all walks of life and backgrounds to join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable work environment where everyone has the chance to excel and collaborate.
Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.
Reference: compass/TP/1489165/159437
Location: Glasgow
