Corporate Travel and Expense (T&E) Manager

Join The Team That's Powering Progress

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits : The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company's discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Other voluntary benefits including : Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
• 401K with generous Company match & contribution
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 8 hours paid volunteer time per year
• Robust employee wellness program
• Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program
• On-site blood drives
• Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including : Global Women's Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.

Job Description

Primary Purpose of Role : The Travel & Expense Manager is responsible for supervising the company's global travel and expense program, including policy governance, corporate credit card administration, Concur system management, and vendor relationships. This role ensures cost-efficient travel management, robust internal oversight, while maintaining detailed accrual financial reports and improving employee travel satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities :

Qualifications

Proving experience of public company compliance requirements (SOX, audit, tax). 5+ years of corporate / global travel management experience. Previous management or proven experience of leading a team. Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage executive leadership. Shown SAP Concur T&E administration expertise (configuration, workflows, troubleshooting, reporting). Strong vendor negotiation and supplier management skills. Financial acumen in budgeting, forecasting, and cost savings initiatives.

Experience : Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Hospitality, or related field (Master's a plus). SAP Concur Advanced Configuration Certification (plus, not required). GBTA Global Travel Professional (GTP) or Certified Corporate Travel Executive (CCTE). CVENT Supplier Management / hotel sourcing experience.

Scope Factors : Manage a ~$9M (2026 forecast) travel program. Travel base of ~1,450 frequent travelers. Support corporate credit card program with more than 1300 cardholders. Manage 1 direct report and support global team members supporting T&E management.

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and / or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at 317-242-5000. Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.