Data Analytics Manager Travel

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 111200 - 190300

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. Youll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. Theres no one like you and thats why theres nowhere like RSM.

RSM US LLP is looking to add a dynamic Data Analytic Manager for Travel to our Strategic Sourcing team within our Finance organization. This role focuses on using advanced data analytics to optimize corporate travel operations. The role is responsible for collecting analyzing and interpreting travel-related data for the firms global travel program. This role provides actionable insights to reduce costs improve compliance and enhance traveler experience through data-driven decision-making.

NOTE: This is a remote eligible position - candidate may sit anywhere within the United States

Responsibilities

Analytics & Insights
- Oversees analysis of travel spend booking patterns and compliance trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive improved policy adherence.
Data Management & Integration
- Manages the collection validation and consolidation of travel data from booking tools expense systems and vendor reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Reporting & Visualization
- Leads the development of dashboards and reports using BI tools (Power BI Tableau) and Excel presenting actionable insights to senior leadership for strategic decision-making.
Forecasting & Performance Monitoring
- Reviews and forecasts travel budgets tracks KPIs and evaluates vendor performance using data driven metrics to optimize program effectiveness.
Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Directs automation of reporting tasks streamlines workflows and recommends enhancements to travel policies and operations based on comprehensive data insights.
Other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelors degree in Data Analytics Information Technology Mathematics Business Administration Finance Hospitality or Travel Management (with strong analytical focus) Required
Masters Degree Preferred

Experience

3-5 years working with travel-related analytics Required
Experience improving processes and automating reports Required

Technical Skills

Strong skills in Excel for organizing and analyzing data Required
Ability to pull data from databases and organize it for analysis using simple query tools- Required
Experience creating easy-to-understand charts and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau - Required
Familiarity with travel booking and expense tracking systems Required
Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking Required
Attention to detail and accuracy Required
Clear communication and ability to explain data to others -Required
Teamwork and working well with different departments -Required

Leadership Skills

Superior oral and written communication skills Required
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and with vendors Required
Exceptional listening skills - Required

At RSM we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our offer flexibility in your schedule empowering you to balance lifes demands while also maintaining your ability to serve more about our total rewards at applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local law.

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At RSM an employees pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including but not limited to education skills work experience certifications location etc. As such pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $111200 - $190300

Individualsselected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

Required Experience:

Manager