Travel Manager

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
Job Summary:We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized and tech-savvy Travel Manager to lead the implementation and ongoing management of our corporate travel program.  This role will play a critical role in streamlining business travel processes, ensuring cost-effective solutions and enhancing the overall travel experience for employees.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate travel coordination, excellent project and change-management skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple teams.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Platform evaluation and implementation: 
• Lead the end-to-end implementation of a travel booking platform, including vendor evaluation, selection, and onboarding.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the travel platform provider and internal stakeholders.
• Work with Finance and HR to ensure platform aligns with company travel policies, approval workflows and reporting requirements


• Travel Coordination & Administration
• Plan, book, and manage travel arrangements (flights, hotels, transportation, travel documentation, etc.) for individuals and groups.
• Ensure all travel logistics comply with organizational travel policies and procedures as well as international security protocols and government regulations, where applicable.
• Provide training and support to employees on how to use the travel platform effectively.
• Collaborate with employees and travel service providers to resolve any travel-related issues, including support for last-minute changes or emergencies while travelers are enroute – sometimes outside normal business hours.
• Monitor travel trends, negotiate rates, and maintain strong relationships with travel vendors.


• Compliance & Reporting
• Generate regular reports and analytics to track usage, costs, and traveler satisfaction.
• Monitor travel trends, negotiate rates, and maintain strong relationships with travel vendors

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in corporate travel coordination or operations, ideally with technology implementation responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of travel management platforms
• Strong organizational and project management skills, excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proven success negotiating group travel rates and managing vendor contracts.
• Familiarity with international travel requirements, visa processing, and documentation
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage last-minute changes

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and sna

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 

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