Job Description
| City : Chesterfield | State : Missouri (US-MO) | Country : United States (US) | Requisition Number : 44337 |
A Day In The Life:
We are seeking a highly experienced, strategic, and results-oriented Travel Program Manager (TPM) to lead and optimize our company's corporate travel program. This role is critical in ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and safe travel arrangements for all employees, aligning with our organizational goals, compliance standards, and our commitment to traveler satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in end-to-end corporate travel planning, robust vendor negotiation, comprehensive policy development, and data-driven cost management, leveraging industry best practices and consulting insights.
This is a leadership role, offering an opportunity to drive significant value through strategic initiatives and operational excellence.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Strategic Program Leadership (End-to-End Travel Management):
o Provide end-to-end travel management leadership, demonstrating deep knowledge and understanding of the dynamic business travel landscape.
o Utilize expertise from internal or external consulting networks (like AMEX GBT Consulting) to deliver travel program excellence in collaboration with client leadership.
o Develop, implement, and continuously optimize corporate travel policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with internal guidelines, budget constraints, and external regulations.
o Proactively understand the company's needs and develop a robust travel program roadmap, including strategic initiatives for continuous improvement.
o Provide clear direction and constructively challenge business stakeholders in the creation, execution, and ongoing development of the travel program and related T&E system interactions.
* Vendor Relationships & Negotiations:
o Lead and manage strategic relationships with airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and other travel vendors.
o Negotiate favorable contracts and preferred rates, overseeing contractual performance to achieve significant cost savings, enhanced service levels, and alignment with our corporate sustainability goals.
o Manage supplier contact support and escalations, and support rate loading activities.
* Budget Management & Cost Control:
o Oversee the entire travel budget, meticulously monitoring travel expenses, analyzing spend data, and identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures without compromising traveler experience or safety.
o Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as online adoption, compliance, overall savings, and duty of care, ensuring the program's success from both an operational and strategic standpoint.
o Analyze data from tools like Egencia dashboards to generate relevant reports and inform decisions with stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.
* Operational Excellence & Traveler Experience:
o Oversee and direct daily travel operations, including planning accommodations, booking flights, hotels, and ground transportation, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
o Provide strong focus on improving traveler satisfaction and user experience, focusing on employee care and compliance, driving engagement, improved behaviors, and savings.
o Aid travelers in navigating expense policies and systems, providing expert guidance and support on all travel-related inquiries, documentation, and safety protocols.
o Define and create process maps and standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to the managed travel program.
* Policy Compliance, Reporting & Thought Leadership:
o Ensure strict adherence to travel policies, identifying areas of non-compliance and addressing them promptly.
o Prepare comprehensive travel budget reports and analyze travel trends for senior management to inform strategic decision-making.
o Report on trends and updates in the travel industry through proactive governance and education of client stakeholders.
o Provide insight and thought leadership on market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, supplier landscapes, and technical innovations.
* Technology & Innovation:
o Leverage and optimize travel management software and tools to streamline booking processes, improve operating efficiencies, and enhance the traveler experience.
o Provide leadership and best practice guidance on improving travel processes, systems, and technologies.
o Support the implementation of new tools and processes, and administer configuration of OBTs and other travel technologies.
* Communication & Stakeholder Management:
o Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy for travel and expense policies to foster transparency and adherence.
o Organize and lead internal meetings and training sessions to encourage best practices and policy compliance among employees.
o Prepare and present reports on travel program strategy, goals, progress, and KPIs to stakeholders at various levels within the organization.
Skill/Experience Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Tourism, Travel, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field.
* A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in corporate travel management.
* Demonstrated expertise in creating, optimizing, and monitoring sophisticated global corporate travel policies and programs.
* Strong experience in strategic vendor negotiation, contract administration, and supplier relationship management, with a proven track record of significant cost savings.
* Proficiency in leading industry travel tools and systems (e.g., Concur, Egencia, Amadeus, Sabre, GetThere).
* Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, generate actionable reports on travel spend and trends, and present insights to senior leaders and C-suite executives.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendors, and to constructively challenge when necessary.
* Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, handling travel disruptions and risk management.
* Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement in the travel program.
* Certification in travel or hospitality (e.g., CCTE - Certified Corporate Travel Executive, GTP - Global Travel Professional) is highly advantageous.
Benefits:
* Health Benefits - Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision to meet your individual needs
* 401(k) - Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
* Family Support - Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
* Tuition Reimbursement - Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annually.
* Time Off - Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience
0 - 9 years: 25 days
10 - 19 years: 30 days
20+ years: 35 day
At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~37,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they're grown to where they're needed-in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.
Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:
* We Are One Team - Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
* We Lead The Way - Agile, Empowered, Innovative
* We Do What's Right - Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day - people who are #ProudtoBeBunge
| City : Chesterfield | State : Missouri (US-MO) | Country : United States (US) | Requisition Number : 44337 |
A Day In The Life:
We are seeking a highly experienced, strategic, and results-oriented Travel Program Manager (TPM) to lead and optimize our company's corporate travel program. This role is critical in ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and safe travel arrangements for all employees, aligning with our organizational goals, compliance standards, and our commitment to traveler satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in end-to-end corporate travel planning, robust vendor negotiation, comprehensive policy development, and data-driven cost management, leveraging industry best practices and consulting insights.
This is a leadership role, offering an opportunity to drive significant value through strategic initiatives and operational excellence.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Strategic Program Leadership (End-to-End Travel Management):
o Provide end-to-end travel management leadership, demonstrating deep knowledge and understanding of the dynamic business travel landscape.
o Utilize expertise from internal or external consulting networks (like AMEX GBT Consulting) to deliver travel program excellence in collaboration with client leadership.
o Develop, implement, and continuously optimize corporate travel policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with internal guidelines, budget constraints, and external regulations.
o Proactively understand the company's needs and develop a robust travel program roadmap, including strategic initiatives for continuous improvement.
o Provide clear direction and constructively challenge business stakeholders in the creation, execution, and ongoing development of the travel program and related T&E system interactions.
* Vendor Relationships & Negotiations:
o Lead and manage strategic relationships with airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and other travel vendors.
o Negotiate favorable contracts and preferred rates, overseeing contractual performance to achieve significant cost savings, enhanced service levels, and alignment with our corporate sustainability goals.
o Manage supplier contact support and escalations, and support rate loading activities.
* Budget Management & Cost Control:
o Oversee the entire travel budget, meticulously monitoring travel expenses, analyzing spend data, and identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures without compromising traveler experience or safety.
o Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as online adoption, compliance, overall savings, and duty of care, ensuring the program's success from both an operational and strategic standpoint.
o Analyze data from tools like Egencia dashboards to generate relevant reports and inform decisions with stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.
* Operational Excellence & Traveler Experience:
o Oversee and direct daily travel operations, including planning accommodations, booking flights, hotels, and ground transportation, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
o Provide strong focus on improving traveler satisfaction and user experience, focusing on employee care and compliance, driving engagement, improved behaviors, and savings.
o Aid travelers in navigating expense policies and systems, providing expert guidance and support on all travel-related inquiries, documentation, and safety protocols.
o Define and create process maps and standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to the managed travel program.
* Policy Compliance, Reporting & Thought Leadership:
o Ensure strict adherence to travel policies, identifying areas of non-compliance and addressing them promptly.
o Prepare comprehensive travel budget reports and analyze travel trends for senior management to inform strategic decision-making.
o Report on trends and updates in the travel industry through proactive governance and education of client stakeholders.
o Provide insight and thought leadership on market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, supplier landscapes, and technical innovations.
* Technology & Innovation:
o Leverage and optimize travel management software and tools to streamline booking processes, improve operating efficiencies, and enhance the traveler experience.
o Provide leadership and best practice guidance on improving travel processes, systems, and technologies.
o Support the implementation of new tools and processes, and administer configuration of OBTs and other travel technologies.
* Communication & Stakeholder Management:
o Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy for travel and expense policies to foster transparency and adherence.
o Organize and lead internal meetings and training sessions to encourage best practices and policy compliance among employees.
o Prepare and present reports on travel program strategy, goals, progress, and KPIs to stakeholders at various levels within the organization.
Skill/Experience Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Tourism, Travel, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field.
* A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in corporate travel management.
* Demonstrated expertise in creating, optimizing, and monitoring sophisticated global corporate travel policies and programs.
* Strong experience in strategic vendor negotiation, contract administration, and supplier relationship management, with a proven track record of significant cost savings.
* Proficiency in leading industry travel tools and systems (e.g., Concur, Egencia, Amadeus, Sabre, GetThere).
* Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, generate actionable reports on travel spend and trends, and present insights to senior leaders and C-suite executives.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendors, and to constructively challenge when necessary.
* Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, handling travel disruptions and risk management.
* Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement in the travel program.
* Certification in travel or hospitality (e.g., CCTE - Certified Corporate Travel Executive, GTP - Global Travel Professional) is highly advantageous.
Benefits:
* Health Benefits - Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision to meet your individual needs
* 401(k) - Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
* Family Support - Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
* Tuition Reimbursement - Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annually.
* Time Off - Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience
0 - 9 years: 25 days
10 - 19 years: 30 days
20+ years: 35 day
At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~37,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they're grown to where they're needed-in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.
Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:
* We Are One Team - Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
* We Lead The Way - Agile, Empowered, Innovative
* We Do What's Right - Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day - people who are #ProudtoBeBunge
About Bunge
At Bunge (www.bunge.com, NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world.
With more than two centuries of experience, unmatched global scale and deeply rooted relationships, we work to put quality food on the table, increase sustainability where we operate, strengthen global food security, and help communities prosper.
As the world’s leader in oilseed processing and a leading producer and supplier of specialty plant-based oils and fats, we value our partnerships with farmers to improve the productivity and environmental efficiency of agriculture across our value chains and to bring quality products from where they’re grown to where they’re consumed.
At the same time, we collaborate with our customers to create and reimagine the future of food, developing tailored and innovative solutions to meet evolving dietary needs and trends in every part of the world.
Our Company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, and we have more than 23,000 dedicated employees working across more than 350 facilities located in more than 40 countries.
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