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Travel & Transportation Manager

Travel & Transportation Manager

TalascendSan Mateo, CA, US
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Talascend is currently seeking a Travel & Transportation Manager for a contract opportunity with our client in Foster City, California .

Overview

We're looking for a proactive and strategic Travel & Transportation Manager to drive the success of our global corporate travel and ground transportation programs. This manager will work alongside the Travel & Transportation Coordinator to oversee day-to-day operations, managing vendor relationships, implementing new tools, and ensuring our travel program scales efficiently as the company grows.

Responsibilities

  • Own the global corporate travel and ground transportation program, including policy development, process improvements, and traveler experience.
  • Monitor industry trends and internal feedback to evolve the program in alignment with company goals, culture, and travel patterns.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for all program-related inquiries and escalations.
  • Develop short-and long term strategy to manage Travel and Transportation program in line with growing demand.
  • Manage relationships with key suppliers (e.g., TMCs, rideshare services, shuttle providers, T&E software), ensuring performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
  • Support contract negotiations in partnership with the Strategic Sourcing Manager, ensuring supplier terms align with company needs and policy requirements.
  • Develop and manage the annual travel and transportation program budget.
  • Track and analyze spend, usage, and savings data, providing actionable insights and performance reporting to key stakeholders.
  • Partner with Finance and Procurement to support forecasting and ROI analysis.
  • Support the selection, implementation, and ongoing optimization of travel-related tools (e.g., booking platforms, mobility solutions, expense systems).
  • Work cross-functionally with IT, Procurement Ops, and Accounting to ensure integration, adoption, and user enablement.
  • Partner with Benefits, HR, Legal, and Accounting to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory standards, and duty-of-care expectations.
  • Engage with Sustainability and Security stakeholders to ensure the travel program reflects company values and risk mitigation practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Hospitality Management, or related field.
  • 8-10 years of relevant experience in corporate travel, transportation, or indirect procurement, with ownership of vendor and program-level responsibilities.

    • Requirements

  • Proven experience managing or supporting global travel or mobility programs within a fast-paced, scaling environment-preferably in tech.
  • Strong supplier management and contract negotiation skills, including managing SLAs and KPIs.
  • Hands-on experience with travel and expense platforms (e.g., Navan, Commutifi, Uber for Business).
  • Financial acumen, with experience tracking budgets and analyzing program performance metrics.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across levels and functions.
  • Self-starter who thrives in environments with ambiguity, autonomy, and constant change.

    • Preferred Requirements

  • Experience working in a technology or high-growth company.
  • Exposure to sustainability or travel risk management programs.
  • Certifications such as GBTA's GTP or CPSM are a plus.

    • Shift

    Fully onsite

    IND123

    We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

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