Director of Travel Initiatives & Strategy

Ross Stores, Inc.; Dublin (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Ross Stores, Inc. in Dublin, CA seeks a Director, Travel Initiatives to lead strategy, governance, and performance of the Travel, Corporate Credit Card, and Meetings & Events programs.

You will drive spend optimization, compliance, and cross-functional projects across the enterprise. This role partners with Executive Leadership, Finance, HR, Legal, and other stakeholders to deliver measurable value, implement best-in-class processes, and manage supplier relationships, reporting, and cost

Qualifications

• 10+ years in travel management, strategic sourcing, or related fields.
• 5+ years leading complex enterprise-wide projects and initiatives.
• Experience presenting to senior executives and C-suite leaders.

Responsibilities

• Directs development of travel, corporate credit card, and meetings & events programs.
• Oversees governance, policies, and performance standards across programs.
• Leads supplier management, contract negotiations, and KPI reporting.
• Collaborates with Executive Leadership and multiple functions to deliver value.
• Owns budgeting, spend forecasting, and opportunities for cost savings.

Skills

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Ross Stores, Inc. in Dublin, CA seeks a Director, Travel Initiatives to lead strategy, governance, and performance of the Travel, Corporate Credit Card, and Meetings & Events programs.

You will drive spend optimization, compliance, and cross-functional projects across the enterprise. This role partners with Executive Leadership, Finance, HR, Legal, and other stakeholders to deliver measurable value, implement best-in-class processes, and manage supplier relationships, reporting, and cost