Manager, Travel & Expense Program

Clarivate Analytics; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Prescription drug

Life insurance

401k with match

Long-term disability

Vacation

Sick time

Volunteer time

Discount programs

Job summary

Clarivate is seeking a Manager, Travel & Expense Program to lead global T&E, corporate card, and transient travel initiatives. You will drive policy compliance, optimize costs, and enhance the employee experience across processes and suppliers.

You will partner with Finance, Procurement, HR, Risk, Audit, Security, and Tax to advance strategic initiatives and ensure strong governance. This hybrid role offers US business hours and a path to leadership in a growing program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 7 years of global Travel & Expense (T&E) management experience required.
• Proficiency with travel management software and online booking tools.
• Certifications such as CCTE or CTM are a plus.
• Knowledge of travel risk management protocols and emergency response procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize global Travel & Expense, corporate card, and transient travel programs.
• Analyze travel, expense, and card spend to identify cost-saving opportunities and support budgeting.
• Drive process improvements and automation to boost efficiency and employee experience.
• Develop and maintain policies, controls, and SOX-compliant procedures.
• Manage relationships with travel management companies, card providers, and vendors.
• Evaluate program performance using reporting and analytics for senior leadership.
• Partner with Finance, Procurement, HR, Risk, Audit, Security, and Tax on strategic initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members and staffing plans.

Skills

Policy governance

Cost optimization

Vendor management

Travel risk management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

Travel management software

Online booking tools

Risk management tools

Job description

We are looking for a Manager, Travel & Expense Program to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the strategy, governance, and optimization of the Company's global Travel & Expense (T&E), corporate card, and transient travel programs. In this role, you will be responsible for driving policy compliance, enhancing the employee experience, managing supplier relationships, controlling costs, and implementing process improvements across travel, card, and expense operations. You will partner closely with Finance, Procurement, HR, Risk, Internal Audit, and external suppliers to ensure programs align with business objectives while maintaining strong controls and operational efficiency. If you are passionate about corporate travel, employee communications, and driving efficiencies through process improvement and cost optimization, we would love to speak with you.

About You – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• 7 years proven experience as administrator of a global Travel & Expense (T&E) management.
• Proficiency in travel management software and online booking tools.
• It would be great if you also had . . .
• Knowledge of travel risk management protocols and emergency response procedures.
• Certifications such as Certified Corporate Travel Executive (CCTE) or Certified Travel Manager (CTM) are a plus.

What will you be doing in this role?

• Lead and optimize the Company's global Travel & Expense (T&E), corporate card, and transient travel programs.
• Analyze travel, expense, and card spend to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve compliance, and support forecasting and budgeting.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and technology enhancements to improve operational efficiency and the employee experience.
• Develop and maintain policies, controls, and procedures that support compliance, risk mitigation, audit readiness, and SOX requirements.
• Manage relationships with travel management companies, card providers, travel technology vendors, and other suppliers to ensure service excellence and cost-effective solutions.
• Evaluate program performance through reporting and analytics, providing recommendations and insights to senior leadership.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Procurement, HR, Risk, Audit, Security, and Tax teams to support strategic initiatives and operational objectives.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members while supporting staffing, talent planning, and overall team success.

Leadership Responsibilities

• This role is expected to provide strategic leadership and influence across a broad stakeholder network.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives involving Finance, Procurement, HR, Technology, Audit, and external suppliers.
• Establish program objectives, performance metrics, and governance processes to drive measurable business results.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to stakeholders on travel, expense, and card-related policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Influence decision-making and build consensus among senior leaders and business partners.
• Drive change management efforts and support adoption of new processes, policies, and technology solutions.
• Mentor colleagues and share expertise to elevate organizational knowledge and program maturity.

About the Team

Joining our small team of five offers a unique opportunity to lead, innovate and develop your expertise in travel management. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing travel programs and delivering exceptional service, this might be for you.

Hours of Work

This is a hybrid full-time position working U.S. business hours, with flexibility to adjust to various global time zones as needed.

Compensation – US only

The expected base salary for this position is $91,200 - $114,200 USD per year. This role is eligible for incentive or bonus earnings. Individual pay is based upon experience, education, skill and ability, expertise, and relevant factors.

In addition to a competitive remuneration package, you will be eligible to participate in a benefits package that includes medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k with match, long term disability coverage, vacation, sick time, volunteer time, discount programs, and many more.

• medical
• dental
• prescription drug
• life insurance
• 401k with match
• long term disability coverage
• vacation
• sick time
• volunteer time
• discount programs

At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.

Clarivate is a global leader in trusted and transformative intelligence. We bring together enriched data, insights, analytics and workflow solutions, grounded in deep domain expertise across the spectrum of knowledge, research and innovation. Whether it’s providing insights to transform the water industry or accelerating the delivery of a critical vaccine, our aim is to fuel the world’s greatest breakthroughs by harnessing the power of human ingenuity.

For more information, please visit clarivate.com