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The Role: Events Logistics Manager
Type: Permanent
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: £25k - £30k

Overview
2fawcett are recruiting for a Events Logistics Manager to join our client in Leicestershire, on a full time, permanent basis. You will direct the preparation, coordination, and implementation of UK wide events from start to finish, ranging from initial contractual meetings, logistic planning, marketing and production.

Responsibilities of the Events Logistics Manager

• Negotiating contracts with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure the best financial outcome, in line with budgets and deliverable dates.
• Checking and authorising contracts with stakeholders for event usage, to ensure that events are booked and contracted in advance.
• Booking event logistics (Van Hire, Hotels etc.) for events in line with department budgets and requirements.
• Manage the events timetable and ensuring this is completed in a timely and effective manner.
• Complete bookings, scheduling and training in a timely and effective manner to ensure that the department performs to its full capacity.
• Optimise the profitability of the department by supporting the selection of title ranges/items to ensure suitability for the target audience thus increasing profitability.
• Maintain and update relevant systems in house to ensure that all event elements are up to date and adequate for all staff. This includes updating booking forms, maps and reconciling figures.
• Answer incoming calls, emails and enquiries into the office regarding client events and the wider department.
• Perform other general administrative duties (typing, filling, organising, copying etc) in line with the departmental needs.
• Undertake any other duties which may be deemed necessary within the office from time to time by the management.

Requirements of the Events Logistics Manager

• Experience of events logistics, planning and delivery
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and office-based skills
• Computer proficiency and management of spreadsheets and databases
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Full UK Driving License – Travel is essential

What will you get in return
Competitive Salary
On-site parking
Progression & Development

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: ABLPM222