Director Business Programs Manager – TPM Commercial Operations Program Management

Expedia, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 197,000 - 276,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director Business Programs Manager to lead transformational change within the Travel Partnerships and Media team. This pivotal role involves overseeing large-scale projects, driving program management excellence, and fostering a high-performance culture. With a focus on collaboration and results, you'll manage a talented team and engage with diverse stakeholders to ensure success. Join a dynamic environment that values inclusivity and innovation, and help shape the future of travel while enjoying a competitive compensation package and exciting perks.

Benefits

Generous time-off

Parental leave

Flexible work model

Career development resources

Exciting travel perks

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience leading large-scale business programs.
• Strong organizational and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive complex programs across teams and organizations.
• Lead and motivate a team of program managers.
• Manage multiple stakeholders and foster collaboration.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

PMP Certification

Agile Certification

Job description

Director Business Programs Manager – TPM Commercial Operations Program Management

Apply locations

Washington - Seattle Campus

Time type

Full time

Posted on

Posted 5 Days Ago

End Date

May 26, 2025 (22 days left to apply)

Job requisition id

R-94009

Expedia Group brands power global travel for everyone, everywhere. We design cutting-edge tech to make travel smoother and more memorable, and we create groundbreaking solutions for our partners. Our diverse, vibrant, and welcoming community is essential in driving our success.

Why Join Us?

To shape the future of travel, people must come first. Guided by our Values and Leadership Agreements, we foster an open culture where everyone belongs, differences are celebrated, and when one of us wins, we all win.

We provide a full benefits package, including exciting travel perks, generous time-off, parental leave, a flexible work model (with some pretty cool offices), and career development resources, all to fuel our employees' passion for travel and ensure a rewarding career journey. We’re building a more open world. Join us.

Introduction to team

Travel Partnerships and Media (TPM) Commercial Operations Program Management team is looking for a Director Business Programs Manager to play a key role in evolving our business and driving our division priorities to results. In this role, you will lead and manage a team of program managers, oversee the design and delivery of strategic projects, and work on global, large-scale initiatives to drive transformational change for our Travel Partners and TPM teams.

Make an impact!

TPM is Expedia Group’s B2B arm, partnering with suppliers, demand partners, and media companies. We power our partners’ distribution, media, and software solutions. If you enjoy results-oriented and collaborative work, have strong project and change management skills, and excel in analytics and problem-solving, join this dynamic team!

In this role, you will:

• Drive complex programs requiring coordination across teams and organizations, establishing strategy and execution direction.
• Lead and motivate a team of program managers, ensuring high performance and fostering a positive team culture.
• Scope, design, and lead large-scale, complex projects and programs, optimizing structures and governance.
• Build and lead effective program teams with clear roles, goals, and accountability.
• Solve ambiguous problems using data and fact-based investigation, and drive alignment and prioritization.
• Manage dependencies, risks, and issues, and track key success metrics.
• Communicate effectively across all levels, simplifying complex information for decision-making.
• Understand Expedia Group's and TPM's strategies to guide prioritization and resolve challenges.
• Manage multiple stakeholders, foster collaboration, and develop relationships with leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in Program Management standards and practices, mentoring junior managers.
• Contribute to the leadership of the Commercial Operations team, driving performance.

Experience and Qualifications

• 12+ years leading large-scale, cross-functional business programs, with PMP or Agile experience preferred.
• Passion for business impact, execution, and results, with a proactive attitude.
• Strong organizational, relationship management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging diverse audiences.

Compensation

The total cash range for this position in Seattle is $197,000 - $275,500, with potential to increase up to $315,000 based on performance. Starting pay varies based on experience, location, and other factors.

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About Us

Expedia Group powers travel for everyone, everywhere, through our global platform. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse workforce and a culture recognized by awards. Our brands include Expedia, Hotels.com, Vrbo, and others.