Venue Logistics Operations – FIFA World Cup 26™ (All Host Cities)

At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience.

FIFA World Cup 26 Skills Framework

ACCOUNTABILITY: Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes.

DECISION MAKING: Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances.

INCLUSIVITY: Achieve shared organizational objectives by sharing information with colleagues across all levels and divisions, tangibly influencing others, and maintaining a network of support contacts.

INITIATIVE:  Capacity to do things on one’s own initiative and to influence the course of events, assume responsibilities, and achieve objectives with a minimum of supervision and control.

INNOVATION: Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.

LEADERSHIP: Ability to lead one’s contacts/colleagues/partners, encourage teamwork, and delegate authority/decision-making power, as needed, to produce the expected results and make efficient use of the team’s skills and talents.

VISION: Ability to perceive the organization's global environmental impact, anticipate decision consequences, grasp organizational missions, and formulate strategic plans.

The Event Logistics & PMA Logistics team plays a critical role in the planning, coordination, and delivery of logistics operations across all FIFA World Cup 26™ host cities. The main responsibilities include:

Core Logistics (All Roles)

• Support planning, coordination, and monitoring of logistics operations across stadiums, training sites, team base camps, airports, hotels, compounds, and non-competition venues. 
• Coordinate with Team Services, Security, Event Transport, Venue Logistics, and additional FIFA26 Functional Areas to ensure smooth movement of teams, personnel, and equipment. 
• Track daily logistics movements and help resolve operational issues in a timely, accurate manner. 
• Maintain logistics databases, dashboards, trackers, and operational tools to support real-time situational awareness. 
• Assist with documentation, reporting, briefings, and preparation of operational summaries for internal and external stakeholders. 
• Support management of Rate Card requests, approvals, and cost recovery, ensuring proper tracking and financial accuracy. 
• Contribute to daily and weekly logistics situation reports, including risks, equipment updates, staffing statuses, and movement logs. 
• Coordinate with suppliers, Local Service Providers (LSPs), and venue teams to support operational readiness.

PMA Logistics (Included Across Specialist & Manager Levels)

• Assist with the implementation of PMA-specific logistics plans, policies, and procedures related to team arrivals, departures, training sessions, match movements, and equipment transfers. 
• Track and monitor PMA logistics activities and provide consistent updates to relevant managers and stakeholders. 
• Support Roaming Team logistics across assigned venues, ensuring agreed service levels are maintained. 
• Maintain updated Rate Card service requests and produce regular operational and financial summaries. 
• Collect and analyze cost-control data, identifying efficiencies and supporting budget adherence. 
• Support coordination, onboarding, and scheduling of PMA logistics temporary staff and drivers. 
• Maintain updated rosters, contact lists, and training compliance for PMA operational personnel. 
• Act as a liaison for PMA-related questions to ensure consistent communication across functions.

Venue Logistics (Included Across Deputy Manager Level)

• Support the planning and execution of daily Logistics operations at competition and non-competition venues. 
• Supervise onsite Logistics staff, contractors, and service providers to ensure FIFA operational standards are met. 
• Coordinate work assignments, daily schedules, and welfare of onsite workforce. 
• Conduct daily staff briefings and reinforce health, safety, and venue security procedures. 
• Oversee the receipt, storage, distribution, inventory, and replenishment of goods and equipment. 
• Manage setup, maintenance, and dismantling of Functional Areas and logistical assets, ensuring accurate quantities and layouts. 
• Support management of compounds, storage facilities, load-ins, load-outs, and delivery operations. 
• Assist with PMA equipment movements during tournament periods. 
• Generate operational reports and support troubleshooting and issue resolution. 
• Promote sustainability initiatives by applying efficient resource use and waste-management practices.

Leadership & Management (Manager-Level Duties)

• Serve as the primary Logistics representative for assigned venues and PMA operations. 
• Lead the PMA Logistics Team and Roaming Team, including goal-setting, task assignment, performance monitoring, and staff wellbeing. 
• Develop PMA staffing plans and oversee quality assurance for temporary staff and drivers. 
• Ensure alignment of operational plans across PMA, Venue Logistics, Team Services, Event Transport, and Security. 
• Support development and compliance of sustainability, health & safety, and standard operational procedures. 
• Represent Logistics in planning workshops, stakeholder meetings, and operational briefings. 
• Oversee administration related to PMA Rate Card funds and financial reporting. 
• Maintain consistent daily and weekly logistics situational updates for leadership review.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Event Management, Sports Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in logistics, supply chain, event operations, venue operations, or major sporting events. 
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders such as suppliers, service providers, airports, hotels, and venue teams.
• Experience supervising staff, volunteers, or contractors (required for Manager and Deputy Manager roles).
• Experience working in fast-paced, multicultural, and operationally complex environments is an advantage.
• Familiarity with team equipment movements, transport flows, and large-scale event logistics planning is preferred.
• Equivalent professional experience in logistics or major event operations may be accepted.
• Training in project management, health & safety, or transport/logistics systems is an asset.

Work Experience

• Fluent in English.
• Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus.

Language

• Fluent in English. Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus

Technology

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project).
• Experience using logistics planning tools, dashboards, transport systems, rate card systems, and online collaboration platforms.
• Familiarity with event management systems, workforce tools, or operational databases is an advantage.