Freight & Logistics Shipping Event Manager
Core
Lead global transportation operations end-to-end for live event productions, ensuring assets move on time and cost-effectively across international borders.
Role type
Senior Global Production Logistics Manager
Builds
Global freight and customs compliance frameworks for live entertainment events
Domain
Live entertainment, global logistics, international trade
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Global logistics management, customs compliance (ATA Carnets, HS codes), strategic sourcing vs. fabrication analysis, team leadership, vendor negotiation, budget management, process improvement
Preferred skills
Experience in live events or high-volume global shipping, proficiency in TMS/ERP platforms
Technologies
TMS, ERP, Google Sheets, Excel
Responsibilities
Own global logistics and freight operations from start to finish; oversee global import/export processes and customs compliance; evaluate shipping costs against local fabrication options; partner with production, finance, and legal teams; lead and develop a distributed team of logistics coordinators; negotiate contracts with freight forwarders and 3PLs; establish and track performance metrics for cost optimization.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership