Are you passionate about logistics, project management, and leading a dynamic team?
Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working on high-profile events across the UK and Europe?
Join us as an Operations Manager for Expo & Events and take charge of delivering world-class exhibitions and events for some of the biggest names in the industry.
YOUR ROLE As an Operations Manager, you will lead a team to manage the full logistical delivery for the Expo & Events Domestic division, overseeing both operational and financial aspects.
You will ensure seamless planning, deployment, and execution of events, ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining high standards of service.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle for official exhibitions and events.
Manage onsite project operations across multiple UK/EU locations.
Coordinate multimodal logistics, including time-sensitive freight bookings.
Directly engage with clients on scheduling, pricing, and operational delivery.
Monitor and manage the functional area budget for events.
Promote innovation and implement current technology practices.
Attend client meetings, including operational and tender discussions.
Travel domestically and internationally to ensure successful event operations.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in logistics.
Leadership and international experience (preferred).
Apprenticeship or vocational training (required); Bachelor's degree (preferred).
Proficiency in MS Office and strong project management skills.
Excellent communication, client engagement, and decision-making abilities.
Experience working in high-pressure environments with strict deadlines.
Knowledge of customs clearance processes (ATA Carnets, Temporary Import) is a plus.
Full driving license required.
GOOD REASON TO JOIN As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment.
You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop.
26 days holidays plus bank holidays 2 volunteering days per year 3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme A tailored personal development and training programme.
Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best.
We are happy to talk about flexible working.
Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Childcare Vouchers Cycle to work scheme Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more) Refer a friend scheme As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation ABOUT KUEHNE+NAGEL With over 80.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies.
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