Director, Strategic Sourcing (Travel)

PayPal•San Jose, CA

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Company PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers. We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade. Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities. Job Summary: In this role, you’ll design the travel program that powers PayPal’s global workforce. You’ll lead sourcing strategies for airlines, hotels, ground transportation, and travel tech, forging strategic partnerships and negotiating agreements that enhance traveler satisfaction while driving significant value. Using real-time market insights and supplier analytics, you’ll elevate procurement processes, innovate the travel experience, and ensure the program meets the highest standards of compliance, safety, and operational excellence.

Requirements

10+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Execute the organization's sourcing strategy, ensuring it aligns with business objectives and delivers value.
Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms, cost savings, and quality improvements.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define material, quality, and service requirements and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.
Develop and use scorecards to measure and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of sourcing operations.
Explore and evaluate new sources, methods, and vendors to ensure a reliable supply of materials.
Lead the transformation of a global travel program, shaping strategy, experience, and innovation for thousands of employees across the world.
Own a multimillion-dollar category with the authority to design, negotiate, and optimize one of the company’s most visible enterprise programs.
Be the executive face of travel, cultivating powerful partnerships with top airlines, hotels, agencies, and technology providers to deliver unmatched value and service.
Drive industry-leading innovations, from next-gen travel tech to traveler experience enhancements, setting new standards for corporate mobility.
Architect a global travel ecosystem, integrating policy, operations, technology, and supplier performance into a seamless, world-class program.
Lead high-stakes negotiations that deliver significant cost savings, risk reduction, and premium service levels for the company.
Shape the traveler experience end-to-end, ensuring safety, comfort, convenience, and policy alignment for all employees.
Build and guide a high-performing travel team, fostering strategic thinking, excellence, and continuous improvement.
Oversee critical duty-of-care initiatives, partnering with Security and HR to protect and support employees wherever they travel.
Deliver clear, data-driven insights that influence senior leadership decisions on travel strategy, spend, and supplier direction.
Champion operational excellence, ensuring flawless delivery from third-party partners and internal stakeholders.
Lead competitive sourcing events and RFPs, establishing best-in-class commercial structures and long-term supplier performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional leaders in Finance, HR, Legal, and Procurement to align program goals with enterprise priorities.
Develop travel policies and governance frameworks that reflect evolving business needs, regulatory requirements, and industry trends.
Drive adoption and change management, educating stakeholders and empowering employees to engage confidently with the travel program.