Location
This is a hybrid role, offering a combination of remote working and time at our London, Corby or Manchester offices.

Contract Type
12 month fixed term contract

About the Role
We are seeking a Global Travel & Expense Manager to lead and continuously improve our global Travel & Expense services. You will drive service excellence, optimise processes and technology, and influence stakeholders across the business to deliver a seamless, compliant, and cost-effective experience for employees worldwide. Key responsibilities include owning and enhancing the global Travel & Expense service, driving continuous improvement, automation, and cost optimisation, partnering with global stakeholders to embed consistent standards while meeting local requirements, managing key supplier relationships to ensure strong performance and value, and acting as the Travel & Expense subject matter expert supporting governance, reporting, and future transformation initiatives.

About RS Group
RS is a global product and service solutions provider helping industrial customers operate more efficiently and sustainably. Operating in 33 markets, we support around one million customers worldwide with over 875,000 stocked products and access to more than five million additional products, alongside a range of service solutions designed to help businesses thrive. Our strength lies in our people – over 8,500 colleagues worldwide bring technical expertise, digital innovation, and a customer-first mindset. Guided by our values – We are one team, We deliver brilliantly, We do the right thing, and We make every day better – we create an environment where people can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Rewards
Our Reward Strategy offers market competitive base salaries and the opportunity to participate in a short-term incentive plan, sharing in the success of the Company. Our total reward package includes financial benefits such as pension/retirement plans, life assurance, and salary finance schemes; wellbeing benefits including medical plans, health screening, critical illness and disability insurance, paid time off, employee assistance programmes, and discounted gym memberships; lifestyle benefits such as transportation assistance schemes, onsite catering or lunch vouchers, and retail discounts; and a global recognition programme to highlight and reward colleagues who role model our values.

Experience
Proven experience in global Travel & Expense management. Expertise in Concur, travel booking tools, and corporate card programmes. Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and operational excellence. Experience leading change, transformation, and technology adoption.

About you
Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills. Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to partner effectively with global stakeholders to embed consistent standards while respecting local requirements.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or certifications in travel, expense management, or related fields are advantageous but not explicitly required. A track record of continuous professional development and operational leadership is highly valued.