Associate Director - Travel Commodity Leader, RTX Non-Product Strategic Sourcing (Remote)

About the position

We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Travel Commodity Leader to lead global travel sourcing and supplier management initiatives. This role is responsible for RFP execution, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, and conflict resolution across air travel, hotel accommodations, car rentals, and travel management companies (TMCs). The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial acumen, industry knowledge, and the technical ability to drive data-informed decision-making and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including developing and executing RFPs for global travel services (airlines, hotels, car rentals, and TMCs).
• Negotiate, draft, and manage contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs, SLAs, and benchmarking tools to drive continuous improvement and value delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in HR, Finance, Legal, and Operations to align travel policies with broader procurement strategies.
• Manage and resolve billing disputes, contract issues, and service concerns.
• Leverage digital tools to streamline processes, analyze spend and performance data, and deliver actionable insights.
• Stay current on travel industry trends, supplier innovations, and emerging technologies to inform strategy and improve efficiency.
• Promote sustainability by partnering with travel suppliers offering environmentally responsible solutions.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field and minimum 12 years of relevant experience in travel procurement or category management or an Advanced Degree and minimum 10 years relevant experience in travel procurement or category management.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated success leading RFPs and negotiating large-scale travel contracts, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team in a matrixed organization, influencing with and without direct authority.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to extract insights from complex datasets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short-term disability, long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Parental leave
• Paid time off and holidays