GFFinance & Controlling Accounting-E484
Global Travel & Expenses Program Manager-Full Time-MadridSpain
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
We are looking for a/anGlobal Travel & Expenses Program Managerto join our GFFinance & Controlling Accountingteam in Spain to oversee the administration strategy and optimization of our global travel and expense (T&E) system (SAP Concur) and corporate credit card programs. This individual will serve as the global subject matter expert (SME) for SAP Concur drive compliance and policy adherence and manage the vendor relationships and operational efficiency of our corporate card programs across all regions.
Your main tasks and responsibilities:
Concur Expense Management
- Serve as the global administrator for SAP Concur Expense and Travel platforms.
- Manage global configuration policy alignment system upgrades and integrations with financial systems (e.g. ERP systems like SAP Oracle).
- Lead the implementation of enhancements and new modules ensuring regional needs are addressed.
- Provide ongoing support and training to employees and stakeholders across regions.
- Analyze T&E data and trends to drive cost savings compliance and process improvements.
- Ensure Concur platform is aligned with internal travel & expense policies and regulatory requirements globally.
Corporate Credit Card Program Management
- Manage end-to-end operations of the global corporate credit card program including card issuance user management and vendor relationships.
- Develop and enforce policies and procedures for card usage reconciliation and reporting.
- Oversee integration between credit card feeds and SAP Concur ensuring timely and accurate data flow.
- Monitor cardholder compliance and resolve exceptions and escalations.
- Partner with Finance Accounting Internal Audit and Procurement to ensure robust internal controls and risk mitigation.
Program Strategy and Governance
- Develop and maintain global T&E and corporate card governance frameworks.
- Lead global initiatives to harmonize processes and ensure consistent policy enforcement.
- Regularly assess and benchmark program performance against industry standards and best practices.
- Prepare reports and dashboards for senior leadership on program KPIs trends and recommendations.
To succeed in this role you will need:
- Bachelors degree in Finance Business Administration or related field.
- 58 years of experience in T&E management SAP Concur administration and/or corporate card program oversight in a global environment.
- Strong understanding of global expense policies audit and compliance and financial reconciliation processes.
- Proficiency in SAP Concur administration and reporting tools.
- Experience managing vendor relationships especially with credit card providers.
- Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
What we offer you:
- A permanent contract.
- A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
- Restaurant tickets.
- Be part of an experienced international team.
- A good vibe working environment.
- Enjoy great office facilities and a perfect location in Madrid Nuevos Ministerios making your work experience both comfortable and convenient.
- Other fringe benefits.
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
Do you have a question about the role
Reach out to Alicia Gomez at or Hiring Manager Eduardo team is looking forward hearing from you!
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
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