Head Of Beverage Logistics - Excel

The Head of Beverage Logistics oversees and leads all event beverage logistics operations at ExCeL London, ensuring efficient delivery of services within designated areas and in line with event budgets and deadlines. Reporting directly to the Head of BOH & Logistics, the role is key within the department, driving operational procedures, developing the logistics team and supporting the culinary and wider operational teams. The postholder is responsible for the smooth running of all beverage and cellar operations, planning staff allocations across events and overseeing all company refrigeration spaces throughout the venue.

• Oversee beverage stock and equipment orders, ensuring budgets are maintained, stock levels are appropriate and any overspend is justified, while managing departmental costs including labour, equipment hire, losses and wastage.
• Maintain strong stock security procedures, minimising losses, wastage and protecting company profitability.
• Lead day-to-day beverage logistics operations, including event planning, staff allocation, team briefings and weekly rotas.
• Maintain high standards of organisation, cleanliness and stock control across all beverage storage areas and refrigeration spaces.
• Manage supplier and contractor relationships, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery.
• Conduct monthly stocktakes, investigate and report discrepancies, and maintain accurate stock records.
• Lead and develop the team through regular appraisals, performance reviews, succession planning and ongoing training.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with Levy Signature standards, departmental SOPs and GPS performance targets.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in logistics management.
• Proven experience leading and implementing change programmes to improve operational performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong supplier relationship management and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Calm, organised and structured approach, with strong resilience and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to changing business and operational demands.
• A hands-on leader who leads by example and supports the wider management team.
• Flexibility to work shifts across different operations as required.
• Professional approach, acting as an ambassador for the company and adhering to company policies and procedures.

• Experience within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Forklift driving licence.

• £51,500 Plus bonus.

• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme.
• Healthcare and wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments).
• Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• 2 days' additional leave after returning from maternity leave
• Day off for your baby's first birthday
• Enhanced family leave.
• Perks and discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts
• 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships.
• Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products.
• Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways.
• Meals on duty included.

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