PShort Description /ppFunction: Finance - Procurement /ppReports to: Head of Procurement Vendor Relationship Management /ppLocation: Romania or Spain /ppWhy we need this role /ppThe Fleet Travel Manager is responsible for the effective procurement, coordination, and management of company vehicles and business travel services. This role ensures that fleet operations are cost-effective, sustainable, and compliant with corporate policies and regulatory standards. It involves strategic sourcing through supplier negotiation and contract management, with a focus on minimizing total cost of ownership. /ppFor travel, the manager designs and enforces travel policies that prioritize employee safety, sustainability (ESG), and cost control. They oversee vendor relationships for both fleet and travel, ensuring high service standards and performance. The role works cross-functionally to align travel and fleet operations with business goals, while leading initiatives to enhance sustainability, reduce risk, and improve operational efficiency. /ppWhat you'll do /ppFleet /pulliLead the end-to-end vehicle procurement and return process in alignment with company needs and budget. /liliResearch and recommend vehicles that meet operational or benefit-related requirements. /liliOversee leasing and rental agreements, ensuring timely return of vehicles no longer in service. /liliCoordinate maintenance schedules and repair services to ensure vehicle reliability and safety. /liliMonitor and evaluate driver performance and behavior to promote safety and compliance. /liliEnsure adherence to fleet safety regulations and internal company policies. /liliTrack and manage vehicle usage across the business to optimize operational efficiency. /liliAnalyze fleet-related costs (fuel, maintenance, insurance) and implement cost-saving measures. /liliNegotiate and manage contracts with fleet suppliers and service providers. /liliCollect, analyze, and report fleet performance data to senior leadership. /liliOversee the internal fleet helpdesk, addressing queries and resolving operational issues. /li /ulpTravel /pulliEnsure efficient travel operations and provide high-quality support to business travelers /liliManage the travel helpdesk, assisting employees with bookings and travel-related inquiries. /liliSupport travel reservations (flights, hotels, car rentals), ensuring compliance with travel policies and budgets. /liliProvide real-time assistance for emergency or disrupted travel situations. /liliOversee travel expense reporting, ensuring submissions are accurate and processed in line with policy. /liliEducate employees on travel and expense policies to ensure adherence. /liliCoordinate with the Travel Management Company (TMC) to maintain seamless service delivery. /liliNegotiate contracts and maintain strong vendor relationships with the TMC. /liliEnsure employee traveler profiles and databases are kept accurate and up to date. /liliCollaborate with TMC to support geographic expansion and new business requirements, including ESG initiatives. /liliMonitor compliance with travel policies and support policy enforcement. /liliTrack and analyze travel spend and trends; generate insights to drive cost efficiencies and improve policy effectiveness. /li /ulpWhat we look for /pulli3 years of prior work experience in similar positions, managing both travel and fleet or at least one of the areas /liliDemonstrated success working efficiently in dynamic, fast-paced, and multi-national environments /liliFluent in English (oral and written); proficiency in an additional European language is a plus /liliProficient in Microsoft Excel /liliSolid understanding of data handling and database management /liliCollaborates closely with HR on employee travel and fleet management coordination /liliStrong organizational skills with a proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines /liliCulturally aware and adept at working across diverse teams within the EMEA region /liliBachelor’s degree or equivalent education preferred /liliHighly self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative and determination /liliAdaptable and proactive mindset /liliEffective team collaborator with a positive, solution-oriented approach /li /ulpSkills /ppBusiness Process Modeling /ppProcurement Procedures /ppProcurement Knowledge /ppVendor Performance Management /ppCost Optimization /ppRelationship Management /ppEducation /ppA bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Management or a relevant field /p