PURPOSE

This exciting opportunity for the right person to join The Events Department working on The Hundred as a Travel and Logistics Manager. The purpose of this role is to support the Tournament Services team in the development and delivery of The Hundred’s strategy to deliver to the highest possible standards.

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We know that Cricket is a force for good and makes an enduring impact on people’s lives. It provides great entertainment.  It teaches important skills, both physical and social.  It can help inclusion and social cohesion. It’s something for everyone to watch, play or enjoy, across genders, age, disability and diverse communities.

OUR VALUES

• Stronger As One Team – We are stronger together. We allow for individual strengths and beliefs but head in the same direction. We respect, support and really listen to each other along the way.

• Push New Boundaries – We are bold, brave and curious. We challenge and don’t settle. We forge the future whilst remembering our roots.

• Be The Best In The Game – On & Off The Pitch – We train hard. We strive to be our best to help the team be the best. We celebrate our victories and learn from our let downs.

• Passion For Play – We are here to inspire & be inspired. We are serious about what we do, but don’t take ourselves seriously. We enjoy the journey and have fun.

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You are a clear communicator who can establish strong professional relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external and seeks to resolve any arising issues in line with wider objectives

• You are detailed and outcome focussed always seeking efficient ways to deliver

• You thrive in managing multiple projects in an exciting environment where no two days are alike

• You have an unshakeable can-do

• YOU’LL BE DOING
  
  With the Senior Tournament Services Manager, designing the overall Transport Logistics and Accommodation Strategy for The Hundred Teams, Staff and key tournament stakeholders and then successfully delivering on that strategy.  

• You will establish service levels to be provided in line with the transport, logistics and accommodation strategy and in line with the allocated budget.

• Leading on Transport and ensuring any changes to Tournament transport requirements are administered in a timely manner.  This may also include Car Hire and Chauffeur Drive.

•  In conjunction with the Senior Travel and Logistics Manager, review all ‘Hundred’ hotels and venues parking and if necessary, source additional Team parking.

•  Sourcing vehicles, drivers, trains, flights, parking, fuel cards, tolls and other identified requirements for all transport and logistics movements throughout the tournament.

•  Working with the appointed transport and logistics providers and ECB Suppliers ensuring that all team vehicles are branded (if required) in time and within budget.

• Be responsible for coach driver and transport and logistics training and support any training required for seasonal staff for The Hundred.

•  Evaluating current operations and creating a Functional Transport and Logistics Operating Plan for all The Hundred Teams, officials and staff at every venue/city providing consistency of service level across the tournament.

•  Working closely with the other internal Hundred and ECB departments to deliver a transport and logistics operation that is integrated into all Tournament plans.

YOU’LL HAVE

• Proven experience in developing and delivering transport, accommodation and Logistics in a major sporting event, with a clear understanding of and experience in, the workings of a sport governing body; experience working directly with team transport, accommodation and logistics will be a distinct advantage.

• Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills, with a strong attention to detail in the preparation of documents and reports; advanced Microsoft office skills are a necessity

• Excellent people management skills, with the ability to develop strong relationships and influence outcomes across multiple stakeholders

• Clear and effective decision-making skills, developing practical solutions within a budget conscious environment.

• Project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple projects and prioritise for continual improvement.

• A proven ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, and good humour within a small team

 YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Competitive salary

• 25 days’ holiday

• Private medical insurance

• Non-contributory 8% pension

• Life assurance

• Free on-site gym

• Subsidised canteen

• 30% discount on New Balance items