Qualcomm
Manager, Procurement (Global Travel)
$128K–$191K
San Diego, California · On-site · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 16, 2026
- Experience
- 6+ years; completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may substitute for up to two years (Master’s = one year, Doctorate = two years). Preferred qualifications also list 6+ years progressive relevant experience, 3+ years in a large global matrixed organization, 2+ years interacting with Director-level stakeholders and above, and 1+ year each in technical or functional leadership and managing budgets or related financials.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or related field.
About the job
Leads global corporate travel procurement, supplier performance, operations, and transformation to improve value, efficiency, compliance, and the traveler experience.
What you'll do
- Lead travel sourcing, supplier selection, RFx processes, negotiations, and contract and performance management.
- Manage global travel operations, service delivery, escalations, and cross-functional initiatives.
- Drive program transformation and technology improvements, and report travel spend, supplier, compliance, and experience metrics to leadership.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or a related field.
- 6+ years of industry-specific experience in Procurement, Operations, or related work experience.
- Experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Corporate Travel, Travel Operations, Travel Technology, Employee Services, Supplier Management, or a related field.
- Work onsite full-time in San Diego, CA, five days per week.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience in a large global matrixed organization; senior leadership interaction; technical or functional leadership; or managing budgets, travel spend, or supplier cost models.
Pay
$127,500.00 - $191,300.00 (base salary)
Tools
artificial intelligence, automation, predictive analytics, self-service technologies
AI focus
Evaluates and drives AI, automation, predictive analytics, self-service, and other technology improvements for travel planning, booking, and program operations.
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