Senior FIFA Trophy Tour Manager

ph3Senior FIFA Trophy Tour Manager /h3 pbDepartment: /b Commercial Marketing /p pbEmployment Type: /b Permanent - Full Time /p pbLocation: /b Zurich /p h3Description /h3 pAs the organizer of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry. Join the team and support us on our mission. /p h3THE POSITION /h3 pThese are your key tasks: /p ul liLead the planning and delivery of FIFA Women’s World Cup™, FIFA Club World Cup™ and FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tours, ensuring world‑class execution across all markets /li liOwn the end‑to‑end operational delivery of Trophy Tours, including route development, travel logistics (flights, accommodation, visas), and activation planning—ensuring every touchpoint reflects FIFA’s global standards of excellence /li liBuild and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and alignment across all project phases /li liCoordinate and manage multiple stakeholders across functions and geographies, driving seamless project delivery in a fast‑paced, international environment /li liForecast, manage, and track project budgets, ensuring cost efficiency while maintaining premium delivery standards /li liDesign and implement robust processes, policies, and ways of working to enhance the delivery of Trophy Tours and stakeholder collaboration /li liIdentify, assess, and proactively manage project risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are in place and effectively executed /li liLead procurement processes, including developing and evaluating RFPs, selecting suppliers, and managing vendor performance to ensure service excellence and budget compliance /li liTake on‑site leadership during Trophy Tours, making real‑time decisions, guiding teams, and sustaining high performance under pressure /li liDeliver comprehensive project reporting, including post‑event evaluations and detailed debriefs to capture learnings and drive continuous improvement /li liSupport the recruitment, onboarding, and management of freelance project staff, ensuring teams are well‑prepared and aligned with project objectives /li liPlan and execute all logistics for trophy appearances during FIFA tournaments, ensuring flawless delivery and an exceptional stakeholder experience /li /ul h3YOUR PROFILE /h3 pThe specific competencies we require for this position are: /p ul liProven ability to lead complex, multi‑country event projects from planning to delivery /li liSeveral years (8–10) of experience in large‑scale event management; Trophy Tour experience is a plus /li liStrong expertise in international event operations and logistics, ideally within global sports events /li liConfident decision‑maker who thrives under pressure and navigates challenges with resilience and sound judgment /li liHighly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously /li liStrong communicator and relationship builder, able to engage effectively across cultures and all levels /li liProactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with a drive to continuously improve and innovate /li liSolid understanding of project management, budgeting, and risk mitigation /li liFluent in English; additional languages are an advantage /li liWillingness to travel extensively and work in dynamic, international environments /li /ul h3PERKS BENEFITS /h3 pThe biggest benefit of a career at FIFA is the privilege to work for the beautiful game and create something that matters. /p ul libHealth and fitness: /b Regular football sessions for all abilities, plus on‑site gym. /li libHome office: /b Up to two days of home office per week if work permits and home office allowance for all. /li libLanguage courses: /b Offered to all staff to aid personal and professional growth. /li libContinuous learning: /b We care about your development and encourage internal mobility, offering a variety of training and education to help achieve it. /li libPension: /b Flexible pension benefits with generous employer contributions. /li libRelocation assistance: /b A dedicated team will be on hand to support your relocation. /li libSustainability: /b We support all employees using public transport. /li libVacation: /b Maintain a healthy work/life balance with a generous vacation allowance. /li libVolunteering: /b Make an impact beyond your regular role and bond with colleagues by volunteering with one of our partners. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr