Senior Manager, Global Travel

Join Electronic Arts (EA), where the mission is to inspire the world to play. As Senior Manager, Global Travel, you will guide the strategic direction of the global travel function, ensuring alignment with EA, People Experience (PE), and Real Estate and Workplace Solutions (REWS) priorities.

You will lead a dedicated team, manage key programs, and partner with leaders across the company to deliver seamless travel experiences for teams worldwide. You will report to the Vice President, Real Estate and Workplace Solutions and play a vital role in supporting a creative, collaborative, and inclusive culture.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the global travel function, guiding a team that includes a Travel Manager in Los Angeles and potentially the CEO Travel Assistant, while managing relationships with executive partners and internal teams.
• Oversee and improve strategic programs such as travel data analytics, visa and immigration, ground transportation, expenses integration, sustainability, and insurance coverage for all EA travelers.
• Maintain and update the Global Travel Policy, manage all program queries, and ensure the EA World Travel Site and booking tools are current and functioning in partnership with a travel agency.
• Manage the travel budget, oversee all supplier contracts,including airlines, hotels, and consultants,and represent the company in all vendor relationships to support the business and player-first mission.

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience leading corporate travel programs, including 3+ years in a global or regional leadership role.
• Experience managing travel budgets and vendor contracts for large, distributed organizations, with measurable cost improvements.
• Experience updating and communicating global travel policies, and supporting executive travel needs in partnership with administrative teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, Travel Management, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, which may include healthcare coverage, mental wellness support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leave, free games, and more.
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work options.