Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel. 

Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions.

Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter.

Sabre is seeking a Director, Inclusion and Diversity. This position will report to the VP People Business Partner and Inclusion & Diversity. This role is an integral part of the I&D team efforts to design and integrate a strategy that aligns with the core vision, mission and values of the company. Key areas of focus include, but are not limited to, talent acquisition & career mobility, talent management, culture, community engagement and team member engagement. The Program Manager will partner with the Sabre engagement groups, the People Team, and other groups as required to ensure integration of I&D principles into every facet of company processes and practices, execute on strategic priorities and drive successful outcomes.

The ideal candidate is an agile, self-starter who thrives in an evolving and growth environment, is a continuous learner and thought leader who is passionate about I&D and people. With broad knowledge of I&D principles and practices, and a propensity for action and execution, the ideal candidate excels in building and influencing cross-functional, collaborative relationships to drive results.
 

Regional Leadership: function as a global lead, based in the U.S., ensuring our strategies are aligned to business goals and practices across our regional hubs in APAC, LAC, and EMEA ensuring. The role is a member of the Inclusion and Diversity Center of Excellence reporting to the VP Inclusion & Diversity and People Business Partner.

Strategic Advisor: Provide expert advice and counsel to the People Leadership Team, Centers of Excellence, Global Site Ambassadors, Engagement Group Leaders, People Business Partners, and Business Unit Leadership to ensure alignment on global inclusion goals and initiatives. A thought partner advising on best practices internally and externally finding trends and emerging risks. May be assigned a Business Unit or Regional client group as their People Business Partner.

Execution Excellence: Execute inclusion initiatives with excellence, attention to detail, proper socialization, review and/or approvals while ensuring initiatives and strategies have measurable outcomes and continuous improvement. May require a direct approach to managing operational tasks and diving into the details to ensure deliverables are met in a timely basis.

Strategic Presentation: Strategically presenting at organization events and representing Sabre externally, as needed.

Leadership Challenge: Effectively challenge and support business leaders in decision-making and strategic direction related to inclusion. The role is expected to specifically work collaboratively with People Team leadership, Centers of Excellence, Global Site Ambassadors, Engagement Leaders, and Business Unit Leadership.

Barrier Removal: identify and address barriers to inclusion within the organization, implementing effective strategies to overcome them. Comfortable having courageous conversations.

Influential leadership: Show strong leadership and influence skills, capable of driving change and gaining buy-in from senior leaders and stakeholders. 

Program / Project Management:  Coordinate, implement and manage key strategic I&D programs and initiatives to drive talent acquisition, learning and development strategies, an inclusive workplace, community and client engagement, and brand management. Active review and systemic integration of I&D strategies into business policies, practices, and procedures.

Data Analytics & Reporting: Drive development and communication of key diversity metrics through analysis of workforce data tools, building scorecards and dashboards, etc., to identify gaps and measure success of I&D programs and efforts. Benchmark and leverage best practices in I&D to build effective programs and processes.

Communications: Collaborate with Corporate Communications / ESG to develop and provide relevant content for internal and external I&D messaging (employee communications, intranet, and internet pages, etc.).
 

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of 8 years of experience leading inclusion and diversity strategy and programs.

Bachelor’s degree required.  Master’s degree a plus

Deep subject matter ability in inclusion, with significance experience in regulatory and governance complexities in the US and within large global organizations

Proven ability to influence and advise senior executive and business leaders, driving strategic initiates and foster an inclusive culture.

Experience in talent acquisition and talent management strategies and programs.

Sabre Offers The Following Outstanding Benefits

Very competitive compensation

Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)

4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

5 days off annually for Year-End Break

We offer a comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program

12 weeks paid parental leave

An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements

Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs

Lots of fun and engaging employee development events

Reasonable Accommodation

Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at recruiting@careers.sabre.com.

Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Affirmative Action

Sabre is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals. EEO IS THE LAW