Corporate Travel Manager

Corporate Travel Manager - Carmel, IN (Hybrid)

Allegion is seeking a professional, detail-oriented individual to join our team as Corporate Travel Manager. The Corporate Travel Manager will strategically and tactically manage global travel and expense operations. Responsibilities will include establishing policies and procedures, negotiating provider agreements, managing program performance, troubleshooting issues, and balancing stakeholder needs.

Hybrid : At Allegion, we are driven by a bold vision : redefining safety while empowering our employees to thrive. When you join our team, you become part of a culture that values innovation, purpose, and excellence. This role offers the benefits of our dynamic hybrid work modelcombining in-person collaboration for meaningful moments with the flexibility of remote work. Since hybrid arrangements can vary based on the needs of the individual, team and business, your talent acquisition partner will provide specific hybrid details about this role. We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and building meaningful connections, ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support needed to excel in any environment. Together, we'll unlock your potential and create a lasting impact.

While this is the current structure and we currently have no plans to change, we reserve the right to make changes to the hybrid schedule as needed at the company's discretion. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do :

• Strategic program leadership
• Develop and execute a global travel and expense (T&E) strategy aligned with stakeholder needs and corporate goals and values.
• Define, implement, and continuously improve T&E policies, processes, and program performance metrics.
• Serve as a trusted business partner, identifying demand, driving value improvements, and enhancing competitive advantage.
• Policy, governance, and compliance
• Maintain, update, and publish T&E policies and related training materials to ensure cross-functional alignment and adherence.
• Monitor policy compliance, generate reporting, and drive cost-saving opportunities.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks impacting business outcomes.
• Supplier and program management
• Own and develop vendor relationships with travel agencies, airlines, hotels, car rental providers, and other T&E-related partners.
• Negotiate contracts to achieve internal and external purchasing requirements.
• Manage vendor performance, issue resolution, and escalation as needed.
• Card and expense program administration
• Administer corporate card program; card issuance / termination, usage, and approvals.
• Facilitate employee expense reimbursement processes and systems; process expenses and reconciliations; investigate disputed charges.
• Ensure timely payments, monthly closings, and accurate ledger reconciliation.
• Training, communications, and user enablement
• Develop and deliver training on corporate card use, expense documentation, and travel operations and systems.
• Communicate delinquent accounts and drive timely closeout of aging issues.
• Travel operations and support
• Manage travel documentation (itineraries, visas, travel-related forms) and support global travelers as needed.
• Balance strategic oversight with tactical execution; respond to travel issues promptly.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve travel program delivery and user experience.

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Why Work for Us?

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Apply today! Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow's world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.

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