Travel Manager

We are looking for a Travel Manager to oversee corporate travel and event planning for a dynamic manufacturing organization in Easton, Pennsylvania. This position plays a central role in delivering smooth, well-coordinated travel experiences for executives, employees, and visitors while supporting high-visibility meetings and company events. The ideal candidate brings strong operational judgment, vendor management expertise, and the ability to respond effectively in a fast-moving environment.Responsibilities:• Direct the company’s travel program by administering policies, coordinating service providers, and maintaining effective partnerships with travel-related vendors.• Organize business meetings and corporate events from initial planning through execution, including site selection, contract review, logistical coordination, and on-location support.• Arrange end-to-end itineraries for leadership, staff, and external guests, covering flights, lodging, and ground transportation needs.• Oversee large-scale annual programs, including executive recognition events with attendance of approximately 200 participants.• Provide planning support for regional gatherings, board sessions, sales functions, and training-related events across the business.• Negotiate favorable terms and pricing with hotels, venues, and travel partners to improve value and service quality.• Track program spending, manage event and travel budgets, and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and control costs.• Act as a dependable point of contact for travel guidance, issue resolution, and recommendations that balance traveler experience with business value.• Offer support for urgent travel matters that may occur outside standard working hours when business needs require timely resolution.• At least 5 years of experience managing corporate travel programs along with meeting and event coordination responsibilities.• Solid understanding of domestic and international travel processes, requirements, and logistics.• Demonstrated success overseeing budgets and maintaining productive relationships with external vendors and service partners.• Hands-on experience using Concur and Sabre to support travel booking and program administration.• Strong communication, planning, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities in a detail-oriented business setting.• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and service quality in a fast-paced environment.• Willingness to provide support beyond normal business hours when travel disruptions or urgent needs arise.• Background in hospitality or a closely related service-focused industry is preferred.Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.