VPO Senior Manager, Travel Distribution Transformation

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VPO Senior Manager, Travel Distribution Transformation, Madrid

Client: Amadeus

Location: Madrid, Spain

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 25.04.2025

Expiry Date: 09.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: VPO Senior Manager, Travel Distribution Transformation

As a critical part of the Travel Distribution Vice President Office, the Travel Distribution (TRD) Transformation role manages internal transversal initiatives and serves as the relay for the Travel Unit Transformation/Operating Model team. This role involves representing Travel Distribution in Travel Unit forums, working in close collaboration with the TRD Leadership team and the Travel Unit Transformation & Operating Model team.

Key responsibilities

1. Transformation Office projects/programs
   The role serves as the VP Office entry point for transformation initiatives impacting the organization, including operating model, ways of working, and digitalization. This requires effective change management to ensure smooth transitions and alignment with the company’s goals.
2. The Operating Model area includes program management of transformation initiatives with organization/ways of working impact (e.g., Product Life Cycle, Agile, Efficiency, Sales Cycle, Segmentation, Marketing).
3. The Digitalization area includes projects related to Taxonomy, Data models and Governance, and Customer journey (among others).

The role will be in frequent contact with various stakeholders, including Travel Distribution VP and/or Business Domain heads and teams, necessitating strong internal communication skills to orchestrate/manage virtual teams effectively. These skills are essential for conducting assessments, defining project plans, presenting findings and recommendations, managing stakeholder alignment, and ensuring execution of deliverables. The nature of the project will dictate if the Vice President Office member will be contributing or managing the project for the Travel Distribution scope.

VP Engagement

1. Manage VP engagement calendar – includes employee roundtable sessions, participation in direct report staff meetings, employee recognition, Live with the VP and Leadership team, and other team engagement activities.
2. Manage agendas, coordinate participation within and outside the unit, and ensure timely, high-quality content.

The ideal candidate

1. University degree; MBA is an asset.
2. 10+ years of experience working in transformation projects, project management, or stakeholder management positions.
3. In-depth knowledge and understanding of the travel distribution industry.
4. Experience in leading operating model/large project engagements.
5. Fluent English is a must; additional languages are considered a plus.
6. Strong communicator, works with a high degree of autonomy.

Working at Amadeus, you will find:

1. A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.
2. A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
3. Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
4. A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life.
5. A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer, including salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.
6. A flexible working model - We want our employees to do their best work, wherever and however it works best for them.
7. A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
8. A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long-lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.

Ready to drive the wave of transformation at Amadeus Travel Distribution?

Apply now!

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Diversity & Inclusion

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.