Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $105,000.00 - $126,000.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Flexible working hours
Professional Development
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee dedicated to planning and executing the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Established with the vision to deliver a world-class international sporting event, LA28 brings together diverse stakeholders to create an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners, and the local community. This event marks a significant moment as it is the first Summer Olympic Games on U.S. soil in over three decades and the third time Los Angeles has hosted the Olympics, now incorporating the Paralympic Games for the first time. LA28 is committed to celebrating the city's rich legacy and culture, while innovating and pushing forward the Olympic and Paralympic movements with boldness, inclusion, and excellence.
The Senior Manager, Regional Venue Logistics role is integral in overseeing the comprehensive logistics planning and operations for a specific region encompassing multiple Olympic and Paralympic venues. Reporting directly to the Head of Venue Logistics, this leadership position carries the responsibility for managing the full lifecycle of materials management, staff supervision, and operational execution aligned with the Games’ rigorous sustainability goals. This role ensures the timely, secure, and efficient movement, storage, distribution, and post-event recovery of goods necessary for the success of various venues.
Candidates stepping into this role should have a strong foundation in logistics and supply chain management, along with demonstrated leadership experience managing large teams during major events. The Senior Manager will collaborate across functional areas including Material Planning, Event Management, Venue Infrastructure, Security, and external partners to create synchronized and cost-effective operational plans. Additionally, this role requires proactive problem-solving, incident response, and a hands-on approach in enforcing workplace safety and delivering staff training programs.
With an emphasis on inclusion and teamwork, LA28 values diverse perspectives and innovative approaches to logistics management through the complex environment of Olympic operations. The position offers an annual base salary range of $105,000 to $126,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employment with LA28 is conducted onsite in a dynamic open-office environment located in Downtown Los Angeles, with the flexibility to work varied hours including evenings and weekends throughout peak event periods.
This opportunity represents a chance to contribute to a historic sporting event that celebrates global athletic excellence and community spirit while advancing sustainable event management practices. LA28 is fully committed to an equitable recruitment process, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to join in delivering a landmark Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The Senior Manager, Regional Venue Logistics role is integral in overseeing the comprehensive logistics planning and operations for a specific region encompassing multiple Olympic and Paralympic venues. Reporting directly to the Head of Venue Logistics, this leadership position carries the responsibility for managing the full lifecycle of materials management, staff supervision, and operational execution aligned with the Games’ rigorous sustainability goals. This role ensures the timely, secure, and efficient movement, storage, distribution, and post-event recovery of goods necessary for the success of various venues.
Candidates stepping into this role should have a strong foundation in logistics and supply chain management, along with demonstrated leadership experience managing large teams during major events. The Senior Manager will collaborate across functional areas including Material Planning, Event Management, Venue Infrastructure, Security, and external partners to create synchronized and cost-effective operational plans. Additionally, this role requires proactive problem-solving, incident response, and a hands-on approach in enforcing workplace safety and delivering staff training programs.
With an emphasis on inclusion and teamwork, LA28 values diverse perspectives and innovative approaches to logistics management through the complex environment of Olympic operations. The position offers an annual base salary range of $105,000 to $126,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employment with LA28 is conducted onsite in a dynamic open-office environment located in Downtown Los Angeles, with the flexibility to work varied hours including evenings and weekends throughout peak event periods.
This opportunity represents a chance to contribute to a historic sporting event that celebrates global athletic excellence and community spirit while advancing sustainable event management practices. LA28 is fully committed to an equitable recruitment process, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to join in delivering a landmark Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Job Requirements
- Available to work onsite in Downtown Los Angeles office
- Ability to work extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays during peak periods
- Comfortable working in an open floorplan office environment
- Willingness to perform evolving duties, including operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games
- Team player with strong service focus and desire to exceed expectations
- Ability to communicate effectively in written documents such as policies, procedures, and memos
- Competence in computer skills including Microsoft Office and Smartsheet
- Ability to create and manage multi-layered budgets
- Influencing skills to drive understanding and buy-in with multiple stakeholders and executives
- Confident self-starter capable of quick decision-making
- Collaborative and flexible approach adaptable to organizational growth and change
Job Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in logistics, sport management, or relevant field preferred
- Seven years of progressive logistics, supply chain, or venue operations leadership experience
- Previous Venue Logistics management experience in a major event such as Olympic and Paralympic Games, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, or FIFA World Cup preferred
- Proven management experience overseeing workforce of five or more direct reports and 50+ staff members
- Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
- Strong technical skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Demonstrated ability in upward and downward communication
- Strong presentation and communication skills in public and private settings
- Ability to work on complex, tight, immovable timelines while maintaining a positive attitude
- Experience working in multicultural and multinational environments
- High attention to detail
Job Duties
- Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and support to venues across a designated region of competition and non-competition venues
- Assist with the development and delivery of training programs, ensuring personnel are equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge, and safety awareness
- Monitor staff performance and productivity, offering coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to maintain high service standards across designated logistics teams
- Support and foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance team culture that reflects LA28's values and commitment to excellence
- Assist Head of Venue Logistics with managing the overall Venue/Village Logistics budget, ensuring cost-effective and resource-optimized operations across venues
- Verify resource requirements including staffing, equipment types, and quantities
- In coordination with Material Planning, oversee the functional allocation of Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FFE) across each region to ensure optimal utilization and alignment with operational needs
- Collaborate with each designated venue Event Management and Venue Infrastructure (Overlay) teams to determine the physical footprint and space requirements for logistics operations
- Contribute to the drafting, refining, publishing, and distribution of the Delivering to Venues Guide
- Verify with Fuel Team the placement of fuel dispensing units and develop tracking systems for fuel usage
- Coordinate with LA28 functions and suppliers to maintain an integrated supply chain
- Continue planning framework for scheduling the delivery and removal of materials ensuring seamless operations
- Develop logistics operating plans, policies, procedures, staff orientation, and training programs
- Establish operating protocols with Security and third-party providers to ensure coordination and security
- Contribute to strategies minimizing waste and maximizing asset recovery post-Games
- Foster workplace safety initiatives including training and hazard resolution
- Oversee coordination of Venue Logistics Managers with Material Planning and Warehousing & Distribution teams
- Monitor venue and village activities using command center tools and dashboard
- Lead incident response and resolution for logistics-related issues
- Support execution of contingency plans and emergency procedures
- Participate in daily briefings, debriefings, and situation reports to communicate logistics status and risks
Job Criteria
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Expert Level (7+ years)
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