111762Project / Program / Change ManagementEnglish
We Offer
This role will support the Global Travel Manager (GTM) with the delivery of the global strategy including innovation. You will have an opportunity to develop commercial and pragmatic travel strategies for the region in line with the global travel strategy, clearly demonstrating the commercial and financial benefits to the region. In addition you will be accountable for client facing and high touch activities, driving relationships with key partners and the business units and maintaining alignment with regional and global goals. Key aspects of this role include:
Management of client relationships at a senior regional divisional level and participation in cross divisional forums to communicate global policy, savings opportunities and travel trends
Delivery of regional reporting to analyse traveler behavior in conjunction with specialist support
Management of the relationship with regional vendors to ensure regional delivery of suppliers KPI’s
Responsibility for the delivery of business travel services in the region including management of the dedicated travel management company supported by an Assistant Travel Manager
Support to the regional Divisional Management Committee and Business Partners in client consultation and global policy reviews
Alignment with Business Leaders to create key metrics to influence demand management and drive cost savings
Establishment of quarterly Town Halls with top travelers and administrators within the region to promote travel initiatives and solicit feedback
Management of strategic projects, regional and local reporting requirements and provision of analytical consultation with market intelligence.
Lead implementation of innovation to improve traveler experience in the region
Management and development of the Assistant Regional Travel Manager (ARTM)
You Offer
Minimum of 7 -10 years of experience in a commercial travel management role in a fast paced corporate or agency organization, or within a financial function within the travel industry
Logistics management, procurement or financial management experience and/or qualifications would be advantageous
Strong leadership and change management skills with experience in developing innovative commercial strategies that align global functional objectives with regional client needs
Decision-maker, highly motivated with strong business acumen and possessing first class communication, presentation skills and strategic planning skills with strong emphasis on managing by objectives and performance measurement
Proven success in an environment where winning senior level client sponsorship and stakeholder engagement is critical. Ability to challenge the status quo and seek dynamic commercial solutions
A strong client service and relationship management outlook, with the ability to challenge and influence senior business leaders while being co-operative and reciprocal in style
Ability to develop credibility with clients at all levels within the Firm and with a diverse vendor population
Dedicated & innovative, displaying the drive and energy required to meet the continuous challenges this role will present, while maintaining a pragmatic approach
Experienced negotiator, used to handling multiple vendors and ensuring exceptional service delivery in a demanding commercial framework
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining high quality standards
Excellent communicator, both written and oral presentation, with history of interfacing effectively with all levels of management as well as both internal and external customers and suppliers
Personal integrity, initiative, leadership qualities and the ability to work as part of a team in an environment that demands excellence, time and energy
You are a dedicated problem solver with a positive, empathetic personality and can-do attitude who loves to handle multiple challenging priorities and assignment
Fluency in German and English is a must
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Mrs. S. Lay would be delighted to receive your application.
