Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Global T&E

Nasdaq; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Nasdaq in Bengaluru, India seeks a Sr. Manager of Strategic Sourcing for Global Travel & Expense to lead end-to-end T&E and corporate card programs. The role partners with Finance, Technology, Risk, and global teams to optimize spend and risk controls.

You will own the travel strategy, supplier ecosystem, and governance while driving AI-enabled transformations and policy improvements acrossNasdaq's T&E landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in corporate travel, procurement, or Travel & Expense program management.
• Strong commercial competence, analytical capability, and ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.

Responsibilities

• Own the enterprise-wide Travel, Expense, and Corporate Card strategy, aligning cost optimization, risk reduction, and employee experience.
• Lead AI-driven transformation across the end-to-end T&E ecosystem to automate workflows and improve decisions.
• Lead global sourcing strategy and commercial negotiations across travel suppliers, corporate card providers, and T&E tech partners.
• Serve as business owner of the Navan Travel & Expense platform and coordinated ecosystem, driving global adoption and optimization.
• Establish and implement global T&E and corporate card policies and governance frameworks.
• Deliver data-driven insights and executive reporting that influence spend, behavior, and policy efficiency.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiations

Data analytics

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Supply Chain

Tools

Navan Travel & Expense

Job description

Nasdaq is looking for a passionate Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Global Travel & Expense, with a focus on global Travel, Expense, and Corporate Card strategy, to join the Procurement organization in Bangalore, India.

Nasdaq is continuously revolutionizing markets and undergoing transformation as we adopt new technologies and innovative solutions.

In this role, you will lead Nasdaq's global travel strategy, supplier ecosystem, and end-to-end Travel, Expense, and Corporate Card program.

We are looking for candidates with the drive to improve employee experience, deliver long‑term value, and strengthen financial and risk controls globally.

With this position we offer

Join the Procurement - Global Travel & Expense organization, which ensures the company travels safely, efficiently, and at the best possible value worldwide. You will lead strategy, sourcing, governance, technology optimization, and transformation across the global T&E ecosystem.

Role Responsibilities

• As Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Global Travel & Expense, you will work closely with Finance, Technology, Risk, and teams across Nasdaq globally.
• Own the enterprise-wide Travel, Expense, and Corporate Card strategy, aligning cost optimization, risk reduction, and employee experience.
• Lead AI-driven transformation across the end-to-end T&E ecosystem to automate workflows, improve decisions, and reduce financial and compliance risk.
• Lead global sourcing strategy and commercial negotiations across travel suppliers, corporate card providers, and T&E technology partners.
• Serve as business owner of the Navan Travel & Expense platform and coordinated ecosystem, driving global adoption and optimization.
• Establish and implement global T&E and corporate card policies and governance frameworks.
• Deliver data-driven insights and executive reporting that influence spend, behavior, and policy efficiency.
• Lead and develop a high-performing global team and act as a trusted advisor to senior and executive stakeholders.

We expect you to have: (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in corporate travel, procurement, or Travel & Expense program management.
• Strong commercial competence, analytical capability, and ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.

It would be great if you have: (Preferred Qualifications)

• Executive-level communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.
• Experience driving transformation initiatives, including automation and AI-enabled solutions.
• Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Experience managing direct reports in a global environment.

Come as you are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Nasdaq is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information, and public company services. As the creator of the world's first electronic stock market, its technology powers marketplaces around the world.

To learn more about our business, visit business.nasdaq.com and explore Life at Nasdaq.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.