Senior Manager, MDS

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.  

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.  

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

Manager, Master Delivery Schedule (MDS):

The Logistics department is responsible for effectively and efficiently providing materials management and logistics support to all LA28 functions.  The Sr. Manager, Master Delivery Schedule (MDS) will be responsible for overseeing the development, integration, and execution of the Master Delivery Schedule – a tool used to ensure all goods, materials, and services inbound to Olympic and Paralympic venues are in alignment with Logistics and Security protocols. This role will work closely with several Functions, suppliers, and delivery partners to synchronize scheduling of vehicles to venues, reduce traffic congestion near the venues, and plan for the efficient use of logistics resources for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games.  Reporting to the Head of Special Projects, the Sr. Manager, Master Delivery Schedule (MDS) will help deliver the message of the MDS system to all Olympic and Paralympic stakeholders through a number of medians including face-to-face training, emails, publications, and web-site content. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation and management of the LA28 Master Delivery Schedule system, including the real-time monitoring, tracking, and information sharing of vehicles across multiple platforms 
• Collaborate with TEC on the production, testing, and implementation of MDS related hardware and software for seamless interfaces of the MDS across all LA28 medians 
• Work with Security personnel on the inclusion of the MDS into security protocols  
• Draft, publish and distribute the Delivering to Venue Guides 
• Oversee the training, access control and usage of the system to both internal clients and external partners 
• Centrally manage delivery schedules during the bump-in / bump-out of phases across all venues 
• Analyze schedule data across all venues and identify capacity conflicts and / or resource constraints 
• Daily monitor and report delivery analysis by use of producing system dashboards and drafting summaries, as required 
• Develop staffing plans, interview, hire and supervise multi-specialty team 
• Identify and analyze critical activities to develop contingency and emergency plans 
• Provide emergency operational manpower to the Logistics Function 
• Oversee the development and execution of recruitment, training, retention and support operations for temporary Logistics staff

Background & Requirements:

• 7+ years of relevant / relatable experience in MDS, Security and / or Logistics operational planning  
• Previous games experience in MDS planning and operations preferred 
• Knowledge of interpretation of venue delivery windows 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with multi-level communication experience 
• Competence to manage relationships between internal stakeholders and oversee end-to-end transport  
• Aptitude to present and clearly communicate to audiences in a multitude of public / private settings, as required 
• Willing to work on complex, tight, immovable timelines while maintaining a positive attitude, exhibiting patience, persistence and attention to detail 
• Demonstrated success in independently developing effective MDS processes and procedures  
• Experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-national environment 
• High attention to detail

Expectations:

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills  
• Build relationships with internal clients and external partners  
• Team player with the ability to pivot / adapt, scale up and down planning principles to execution   
• Excellent reputation among equine logistics global community 
• Collaborative, flexible approach with an ability to roll with the transitional nature of the organization as it grows and establishes itself over the next 2 - 3 years 
• Experience in drafting technical documents, policies and procedures  
• Must be proficient with computers as well as Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook) 
• Confident self-starter 
• Ability to make quick decisions, gathering input from key stakeholders and advancing the initiative forward and drive both flawless execution  

Education:

• An undergraduate degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Data Management Services preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Expectation to work in LA28 offices in Los Angeles 
• Primarily office-based with extended periods of sitting, working on a computer, and attending virtual or in-person meetings 
• Occasional travel to venue, airport, or vendor meetings may be required

The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.