Global Travel Manager

Job Description:Global Corporate Travel Executive - PuneRole Overview:We are seeking experienced Global Corporate Travel Executives with a strong travel agency background to manage end-to-end travel operations for our global workforce.This role will be responsible for booking and coordinating domestic and international travel across multiple geographies, ensuring cost optimization, compliance with company travel policies, and seamless travel experience for employees and leadership teams.The ideal candidate must have prior experience working in a travel agency environment handling corporate accounts and managing high-volume, multi-country travel bookings.Key Responsibilities1. Global Travel Booking & CoordinationManage end-to-end domestic and international flight bookings across Americas, Europe, and Asia.Handle hotel reservations, ground transportation, visa coordination, and travel insurance.Ensure optimal routing, cost efficiency, and adherence to travel budgets.Manage urgent and last-minute bookings with high responsiveness.2. Travel Policy Compliance & Cost OptimizationEnsure strict adherence to company travel policies.Negotiate fares and corporate rates wherever applicable.Monitor travel spend and identify opportunities for savings.Maintain preferred airline and hotel vendor relationships.3. Stakeholder ManagementWork closely with HR, Finance, and Business Leaders across geographies.Provide proactive travel advisories and itinerary updates.Support senior leadership and executive travel requirements.4. Travel Risk & Issue ManagementManage cancellations, rescheduling, refunds, and emergency travel changes.Track travel disruptions (weather, geopolitical, airline issues) and provide timely solutions.Maintain up-to-date documentation and compliance records.5. Systems & ReportingUse global booking systems (Amadeus, Galileo, Sabre, etc.).Maintain accurate booking data and reporting dashboards.Provide periodic travel expense and usage reports.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Turnaround Time (TAT) for booking requestsTravel cost optimization vs budgetEmployee satisfaction scoresPolicy compliance rateError-free ticketing percentageReduction in cancellation lossesCandidate Profile:EducationGraduate in any discipline (Travel & Tourism preferred)Experience5-8 years of experience in a travel agency handling corporate accountsProven experience in global flight ticketing and travel coordinationStrong knowledge of international fare rules, reissues, and refundsTechnical SkillsHands-on experience with GDS systems (Amadeus/Galileo/Sabre)Knowledge of global visa processesProficiency in MS Excel and reporting toolsBehavioral CompetenciesHigh responsiveness and urgencyStrong stakeholder management skillsDetail-oriented with strong accuracyAbility to work in high-pressure environments24/7 flexibility depending on global travel requirementsWhy Join UsExposure to managing global travel operationsWork closely with international leadership teamsFast-paced, high-impact operational roleOpportunity to scale and standardize global travel processes

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