Global Hotel Program ManagerThis role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.Who We Are:Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the general edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work.
We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world.
Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next.
We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here.
We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs.
We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you.
Open up opportunities with HPE.Job Description:The Global Hotel Program Manager is responsible for leading the strategy, sourcing, and ongoing management of HPE's global hotel program within a large, complex organization.
This role develops and executes category strategies that optimize spend, enhance the traveler experience, and ensure compliance with corporate policies.The manager oversees supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance management across a diverse portfolio of hotel partners, leveraging data-driven insights, market intelligence, and strong supplier relationships to drive value.As a subject matter expert, this role collaborates cross-functionally with internal stakeholders, travel management companies, and suppliers to deliver cost savings, improve program adoption, and mitigate risk.
The role also leads RFP processes, manages supplier relationships (including quarterly business reviews), and continuously evolves the hotel program in alignment with business needs and industry trends.How you will make your markDefine annual objectives and milestones to ensure successful execution of the hotel program strategyLead the end-to-end annual RFP process, including defining requirements, developing bid packages, and facilitating bidder conferencesEvaluate and negotiate supplier proposals to secure competitive pricing and favorable contractual termsLead supplier selection activities and provide final recommendations based on strategic, financial,



and operational criteriaNegotiate and execute supplier contracts to achieve optimal commercial outcomesDevelop and implement strategies for chainwide hotel agreementsDrive top-quartile compliance with the preferred hotel programBuild and maintain relationships with general stakeholders to leverage local market insights and improve program performanceCollaborate with hotel partners on strategic initiatives and long-term program developmentConduct quarterly business reviews with key suppliers, analyzing performance metrics such as spend, volume, rate quality, availability, and market shareDevelop strategies for loyalty program enhancements, including status upgrades with preferred partnersManage corporate reward programs to maximize utilization and prevent benefit expirationOversee long-term accommodation requests to ensure alignment with program standards and cost efficiencyManage third-party provider relationships (e.G., rate assurance), including performance tracking and savings realizationLeverage reporting and analytics to expand discount availability and inform sourcing strategiesMonitor and resolve escalated hotel service issues, including quality, payment, and safety concernsDevelop and execute Online Booking Tool (OBT) strategies to optimize hotel display and promote preferred suppliersCommunicate program goals, updates, and strategies to internal stakeholders, travel agencies, and external partnersEngage travelers and arrangers through communication channels such as intranet content, training sessions, and supplier eventsRepresent HPE within the hotel and travel industry; attend conferences as appropriateTrack and report savings performance, including maintaining savings tools and providing regular updatesSupport supplier partnership initiatives, including Mutual Value Partnership (MVP) engagementsExpand knowledge across broader travel categories to serve as a cross-functional subject matter expertSupport additional team initiatives and projects as neededAbout YouBachelor's degree6-8 years of relevant experience in the hotel or travel industryFluent in EnglishStrong global/geographical knowledgeAbility to comply with in-office work guidelinesKnowledge and SkillsStrong knowledge of the travel industry,



particularly hotel sourcing and corporate travel programsProven relationship-building and stakeholder management skillsEffective negotiation and contract management capabilitiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to develop forecasts, plans, and strategic recommendationsAdaptability and interest in leveraging evolving technologies (e.G., automation, AI tools)Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skillsHigh attention to detail with a proactive, curious mindsetProficiency in Microsoft Office tools (e.G., Teams, SharePoint, Copilot, Excel)What We Can Offer You:Health & WellbeingWe strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.Personal & Professional DevelopmentWe also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are.
We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.Unconditional InclusionWe are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness.
We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here.
We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs.
We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together.
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