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Saronic

Travel Manager

Saronic, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized and tech-savvy

Travel Manager

to lead the implementation and ongoing management of our corporate travel program. This role will play a critical role in streamlining business travel processes, ensuring cost-effective solutions and enhancing the overall travel experience for employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate travel coordination, excellent project and change-management skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities

Platform evaluation and implementation:

Lead the end-to-end implementation of a travel booking platform, including vendor evaluation, selection, and onboarding.

Serve as the primary point of contact between the travel platform provider and internal stakeholders.

Work with Finance and HR to ensure platform aligns with company travel policies, approval workflows and reporting requirements

Travel Coordination & Administration

Plan, book, and manage travel arrangements (flights, hotels, transportation, travel documentation, etc.) for individuals and groups.

Ensure all travel logistics comply with organizational travel policies and procedures as well as international security protocols and government regulations, where applicable.

Provide training and support to employees on how to use the travel platform effectively.

Collaborate with employees and travel service providers to resolve any travel-related issues, including support for last-minute changes or emergencies while travelers are enroute – sometimes outside normal business hours.

Monitor travel trends, negotiate rates, and maintain strong relationships with travel vendors.

Compliance & Reporting

Generate regular reports and analytics to track usage, costs, and traveler satisfaction.

Monitor travel trends, negotiate rates, and maintain strong relationships with travel vendors

Qualifications

Proven experience in corporate travel coordination or operations, ideally with technology implementation responsibilities.

Strong understanding of travel management platforms

Strong organizational and project management skills, excellent communication and customer service skills

Proven success negotiating group travel rates and managing vendor contracts.

Familiarity with international travel requirements, visa processing, and documentation

Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage last-minute changes

Benefits

Medical Insurance:

Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Dental and Vision Insurance:

Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off:

Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave:

Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary:

Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan:

401(k) plan

Stock Options:

Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance:

Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Additional Perks:

Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and sna

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

This role requires access to export‑controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

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