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Sr Team Lead, Operations

15 May 2026
  • Singapore
  • Permanent
  • On-site

Job Description:

 Industry: Logistics

 Conducive Working Environment

 Location: East

 

Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Coordination

  • Manage the full lifecycle of event logistics projects from enquiry to final reporting
  • Interpret client requirements and translate them into quotations and operational plans
  • Develop timelines, shipment plans, and resource allocation strategies
  • Coordinate air, ocean, and road freight movements for event cargo

Client & Stakeholder Management

  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, organisers, venues, and overseas partners
  • Provide regular status updates, milestone tracking, and proactive issue resolution
  • Attend client briefings, site visits, and project management and operational meetings

Operational Execution

  • Ensure timely booking of transport, customs clearance, and delivery to site
  • Monitor shipment progress and manage deviations in real time
  • Coordinate onsite logistics with the operational onsite team including move-in, marshalling, and move-out

Vendor & Partner Management

  • Liaise with global agents, carriers, transporters, and service providers
  • Negotiate competitive rates in line with project budgets
  • Ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs)Documentation & Compliance
  • Oversee accurate preparation of shipping documents, permits, and customs requirements
  • Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and event-specific procedures
  • Manage carnet, temporary imports, and re-export processes

Financial & Commercial Control

  • Prepare job costing, quotations, and budget tracking
  • Monitor project profitability and control operational costs
  • Ensure timely billing and cost recovery

Risk & Contingency Management

  • Identify operational risks and implement mitigation plans
  • Execute contingency solutions for time-critical cargo
  • Maintain business continuity during live event operations

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

  • Deliver post-event reports and performance analysis
  • Capture lessons learned and implemented process improvements

 Requirements:             

  • 3–5 years in freight forwarding, project logistics, or event logistics
  • Experience in fairs, exhibitions, sports, or live events (preferred)
  • Knowledge of international freight, customs procedures, and Incoterms
  • Proficiency in Excel / CargoWise (or similar), MS Office

All Successful candidates can expect a very competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive range of benefits.

Kindly email your resume in a detailed Word format to carlo@peopleprofilers.com

 We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified

 

People Profilers Pte Ltd

20 Cecil Street, #08-09 PLUS Building Singapore 049705

+65 6950 9747   

 

EA Licence Number: 02C4944

Registration Number: R1100011

EA Personnel: Carlo Antonio Dela Cruz