Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Scale of Responsibilities

As the Travel & Expense Integration Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., you will have the unique opportunity to lead global integration efforts for newly acquired organizations. You will work closely with our existing programs and solutions to incorporate these organizations into our world-class travel and expense management systems.Coordinate with third-party suppliers of travel and expense solutions to ensure a smooth integration process. Engage with category managers for third-party negotiations when necessary to support integration efforts.Liaise with travel and expense-related staff from the newly acquired organizations, providing guidance and support throughout the transition phase.Participate in the development of integration status reports and presentations, providing your expertise to maintain related integration playbooks.

Technical Responsibilities

Conduct pre-implementation evaluations to assess integration readiness and develop appropriate action plans.Advise on ERP configuration to facilitate data exchange with Thermo Fisher travel and expense solutions.Determine support model requirements and collaborate with regional support staff to ensure uninterrupted business operations.Plan, communicate, and oversee implementation tasks, regularly reporting progress to relevant individuals or teams involved.Monitor post-implementation activities during a hyper-care period to quickly identify and address any issues.Develop, organize, and facilitate end-user training on the travel and expense systems.Partner with other Thermo Fisher support functions, such as Global Business Services, Treasury, and IT, to ensure seamless coordination and timing of integration activities.Assess current credit card programs at newly acquired organizations and identify the best path for integration.Coordinate with 3rd party credit card providers to meet necessary banking requirements and address currency conversions, ensuring a smooth transition into the Thermo Fisher program.Support all change management communications related to travel or expense activities.

Leadership Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues, including quality, technical, operations, and finance teams, to align integration activities with common goals and priorities.Establish global plans that are in line with Integration Management Office priorities.

How will you get here?

Bachelor’s degree in Business.Minimum of 5 years of experience in travel, expense, and/or credit card program operations.Strong business knowledge and ability to assess business requirements related to travel and expense management.Experience working in highly regulated industries.Focus on continuous improvement, with a proven track record of year-over-year success.Demonstrated consultative and collaborative style in performing integration activities.Ability to influence without authority, motivating and leading cross-functional teams across multiple geographies.Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.