Category Manager – Travel
Hitachi
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Zurich • 🇨🇭 Switzerland
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Develop and execute category management strategies for travel and corporate credit card solutions in alignment with organizational objectives
- Drive the standardization and simplification of travel booking, expense management, and corporate card usage processes
- Lead cross-functional program management initiatives, ensuring effective implementation of process improvements and policy updates
- Analyze travel spend data and purchasing patterns to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Collaborate with stakeholders in procurement, finance, HR, and IT to ensure seamless integration of travel and card programs
- Develop and maintain travel policies, procedures, and best practices that support compliance and operational efficiency
- Provide training and support to employees on travel and corporate card policies and tools
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
- 5+ years of experience in category management, preferably within travel, corporate credit card, or related areas
- Proven program management skills with a track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and supplier management capabilities
- Experience with travel management systems and expense reporting tools is a plus
Benefits
- Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
category managementprogram managementdata analysisnegotiationsupplier managementtravel management systemsexpense reporting tools
Soft skills
collaborationleadershipanalytical skills