Who Are Absolute Taste and What Do We Do? We are an innovative culinary and customer service provider, dedicated to delivering inspirational food and experiences that redefine customer satisfaction. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for pushing boundaries, we continue to grow from strength to strength. As a small, dynamic team of event professionals, we specialize in creating exciting, well-managed, and sustainable events, while fostering strong working relationships. We're looking for individuals who share our fun, resilient, and hardworking values to join our supportive, high-performing team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly regarded organisation dedicated to success and a positive, empowering culture. About the Role We’re seeking an experienced Head of Logistics to oversee planning, procurement, supplier management, equipment, and operational delivery across major UK and international events. This senior role requires exceptional organisation, commercial focus, and proven leadership in fast‑paced, complex environments. Location: Bicester Your key responsibilities as Head of Logistics will be : Operational Leadership Act as the senior logistics lead across multiple events and projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and first-class delivery. Lead and support complex multi-agency operational planning processes. Collaborate closely with internal departments, venues, contractors, suppliers, production teams, and clients. Develop and implement operational procedures and systems that improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability. Support wider event operations teams where required, adapting to changing project demands and priorities. Lead special projects and operational improvement initiatives, including procurement strategies and process development. Procurement & Supplier Management Lead procurement activity for logistics equipment and operational services, balancing cost efficiency with delivery quality. Manage high-value tenders, supplier negotiations, and contractual relationships. Identify and manage local suppliers and operational partners in international markets. Analyse technical specifications and financial implications to provide informed operational recommendations. Team Leadership Lead, develop, and mentor the Logistics team, ensuring clear objectives, accountability, and continuous development. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across internal and external delivery teams. Support performance management and ongoing operational training. Equipment & Asset Management Oversee the management and maintenance of all Absolute Taste-owned equipment, including heavy equipment and catering support kit. Ensure regular stock takes are completed and losses, damages, and storage standards are properly managed. Identify efficiencies in equipment utilisation to reduce unnecessary expenditure and improve operational effectiveness. Financial Management Manage large and complex operational budgets, forecasts, reconciliations, and reporting. Ensure cost control measures and commercial efficiencies are identified and implemented across all projects. Support post-event financial reconciliation alongside Event Managers. Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure all logistics operations are delivered in compliance with health and safety legislation, food safety standards, and event regulations. Lead risk assessment and mitigation planning for all operational activity. Promote best practice in safety, sustainability, and operational compliance. Pre-Event Work with Event Managers to ensure all logistical and service provisions are in place, including power, water, waste, plant, and infrastructure requirements. Plan international routing, transportation, and storage of event assets. Coordinate logistics schedules, supplier timelines, and operational planning documentation. Ensure all operational requirements are communicated clearly across teams. On Event Deliver clear and comprehensive operational briefings to all event teams. Oversee event build and setup to ensure delivery meets Absolute Taste’s premium standards. Maintain close communication with on-site logistics, BOH, and event management teams to resolve issues quickly and efficiently. Act as the senior operational logistics lead on site. Post Event Oversee breakdown operations, ensuring sites are cleared professionally and compliantly. Ensure all hire equipment is returned, waste is disposed of correctly, and assets are cleaned, secured, and accounted for. Support post-event debriefs and contribute operational insights to improve future delivery. Share operational intelligence and reporting across departments to support business-wide improvements. Complete financial wrap up with relevant event managers. What We’re Looking For Essential Large‑scale event delivery — significant experience across premium hospitality, catering, sporting or cultural events Operational leadership — proven ability to run complex logistics in fast‑paced environments Stakeholder management — strong leadership and communication capability Budget ownership — experience managing large budgets and financial reporting Supplier management — strong procurement and contract oversight Organisation & communication — excellent planning and interpersonal skills H&S compliance — strong working knowledge of legislation and standards Risk management — demonstrable experience in assessments and mitigation planning Advanced Excel — formulas, analysis, and data handling Desirable International logistics — experience coordinating global event operations Motorsport experience — Formula 1, premium sports hospitality, or global live events Sustainability knowledge — understanding of carbon‑reduction initiatives Why Join Absolute Taste? Working with us means joning a fast‑growing, innovative company that is redefining culinary and event experiences. You’ll be part of a supportive, resilient team that values creativity, development, and having fun at work. We offer: 25 days holiday Bank Holidays Company Pension Scheme Life assurance Thorough training and ongoing development A positive, empowering culture where your growth matters We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.