Global Travel Lead / Specialist, T&E - Mobility

Grade Level (for internal use):

Global Travel Lead
Location: Centreville, VA or Southfield, MI

Position Overview

Mobility Global is seeking an experienced and strategic Global Travel Lead to own and optimize our corporate travel and expense program across multiple countries.

This role will serve as the primary relationship manager for our Travel Management Company (TMC), administer our multi-country corporate card program, and lead a team of travel and expense specialists responsible for auditing and processing expense reports in Concur.

This role requires a blend of vendor management expertise, policy enforcement, team leadership, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will balance strategic program optimization with hands-on execution in a lean, high-accountability environment.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor & Program Management

• Serve as primary relationship manager for the Travel Management Company (TMC), ensuring service level agreements are met and program value is maximized.
• Own and administer the corporate card program across multiple countries, including policy compliance, vendor coordination, and issue resolution.
• Negotiate and manage travel contracts with airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and other suppliers.
• Drive cost savings initiatives through strategic sourcing and supplier consolidation.
• Monitor vendor performance and conduct regular business reviews.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of travel and expense specialists who audit and process expense reports in Concur.
• Set performance standards and quality metrics for report processing and audit accuracy.
• Provide coaching and guidance on policy interpretation, audit procedures, and system functionality.
• Foster a service-oriented culture focused on efficiency and traveler experience.

Policy & Compliance

• Handle T&E policy escalations and provide guidance on complex or non-standard scenarios.
• Develop and deliver training programs for travelers on booking procedures, expense policies, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain Concur audit rules and system configuration to optimize efficiency and ensure policy compliance.
• Develop, update, and enforce global travel and expense policies that balance cost control with employee experience.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, tax requirements, and corporate policies across all operating countries.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, and HR on policy development and compliance matters.

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain Concur platform setup, workflows, and audit rules to support scalable, compliant operations.
• Generate and analyze program metrics including spend patterns, compliance rates, vendor performance, and cost savings.
• Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on program performance and ROI.
• Identify trends and recommend system or process enhancements.

Strategic Initiatives

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and cost optimization.
• Lead implementation of new tools, policies, or vendor partnerships.
• Support duty of care and traveler safety initiatives as the program scales.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align T&E strategy with business objectives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing corporate travel and expense management and teams.
• Experience managing multi-country travel programs and navigating international compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of travel booking platforms and expense report systems (Concur experience strongly preferred).
• Proven track record negotiating travel contracts and managing vendor relationships.
• Team management experience with ability to coach and develop direct reports.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and drive decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities across all levels.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• GBTA or related certification a plus.

Professional Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong execution capability.
• Ownership mentality with ability to operate independently in a lean environment.
• Service-oriented with ability to balance policy enforcement and employee experience.
• Skilled negotiator and relationship builder.
• Process-oriented with attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working across global teams and time zones.
• Adaptable and solution-focused in a fast-paced, evolving organization.

About S&P Global Mobility

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility. We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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