Senior Manager, Travel & Logistics

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK’s leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board. Location: London (4 days in office and 1 work from home) Reporting To: Director, Travel and Logistics Contract Term: Full time, permanent About LIV Golf The LIV Golf League is the world’s only global golf league featuring 13 teams, a 14-tournament schedule, and many of the world’s best golfers. Launched in 2022, the League was designed to expand the sport on a global level and create new value within the golfing ecosystem while enhancing the game’s societal impact. Role Objective The Manager, Travel and Logistics is responsible for overseeing the successful operations of lodging procurement, reservations, and facilitating bookings for all groups involved with LIV Golf League in addition to supporting the event team on the execution of global events. Responsibilities Coordinates and ensures that travel to LIV Golf tournaments globally is executed on schedule and budget with the highest levels of quality and compliance; sets goals and objectives for the division that are in alignment with organisational goals. Assist with onboarding new hires and host educational presentations related to travel policy and preferred standards. Provides oversight and management of the Travel Management Company (TMC): ensures staff resources are allocated appropriately, systems are in check, staff receives appropriate support, ensures duty of care, and that division activities are carried out consistently for the league to tournaments. Track drop dates to avoid penalties and charges associated with unused room blocks. Payment process; set up with each hotel payment process, Master Account vs. IPO. Issue payment links to external partners, as necessary. Fulfil with other department hotel needs i.e. childcare, board rooms, conference space, room drops, breakfast, etc. Drive compliance towards online booking, advance ticket purchasing, lowest logical airfare and the use of preferred suppliers. Collaborate and develop strong working relationships with Travel Management Company (TMC), Airlines and Hotels to provide best-in-class service. Compile all travel and logistics information in travel packages for LIV Golf league travellers and input them into centralized communication platforms. Maintain and update information in and out of each program. Support transportation plans at all events and coordinate with local providers for maximum effectiveness to ensure flawless execution of the program. Work with the Event Experiences team to deliver an elevated travel experience and special touches for all stakeholders. Experience Knowledge of Sabre, Amadeus or other GDS distribution system preferred. Experience with project management software such as Monday.com or Asana preferred. Superior written, verbal and organisational skills required. Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Excel, Google Docs etc. High level of detail in a fast-paced environment. Adaptable problem solver and multi-tasker. Global travel required. LIV Golf Investments is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. #J-18808-Ljbffr