Global Logistics Coordinator – Sports Events

Fédération Internationale de Football Association; Zürich; On-site; CHF 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and fitness

Language courses

Continuous learning

Pension

Relocation assistance

Sustainability

Vacation

Volunteering

Job summary

Fédération Internationale de Football Association in Zurich is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage day-to-day warehouse operations, packing and dispatch, and coordinate domestic and international shipments for FIFA events worldwide.

You will work with internal stakeholders to ensure timely availability of materials, safety compliance, and efficient stock management. The role requires strong organisational and problem-solving skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in logistics.
• Experience in warehouse operations, distribution or international shipping is an advantage.
• Experience in sports or events industry is an advantage.
• Completed commercial apprenticeship or equivalent qualification, preferably in logistics.
• Further education in logistics or supply chain is an advantage.
• Broad knowledge of logistics, with a strong understanding of warehouse and distribution operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, unloading, put-away, storage, picking, packing and dispatch.
• Prepare, pack and move materials for internal customers and FIFA events, ensuring timely delivery.
• Coordinate warehouse orders and distribution, assist with internal mail distribution as needed.
• Conduct regular stock checks and support inventory counts, noting discrepancies.
• Maintain and develop the internal warehouse system for accurate inventory records.
• Support demand planning and stock flow with internal stakeholders.
• Organize domestic and international shipments, including air freight and customs.
• Support on-site logistics at FIFA events worldwide, including setup and replenishment.
• Ensure warehouse activities are safe and compliant with procedures.
• Advise stakeholders on logistics projects; develop supplier relationships.
• Manage logistics invoices, verify charges, and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist tender preparation and management with logistics providers.
• Continuously improve logistics concepts and service levels to cut costs.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Driving license

Education

Completed commercial apprenticeship

Further education in logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse management systems

Excel proficiency

Job description

Fédération Internationale de Football Association in Zurich is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage day-to-day warehouse operations, packing and dispatch, and coordinate domestic and international shipments for FIFA events worldwide.

You will work with internal stakeholders to ensure timely availability of materials, safety compliance, and efficient stock management. The role requires strong organisational and problem-solving skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset.