Global Travel Program Lead

Join Axon and be a Force for Good. At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other. Life at Axon is fast‑paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter. Your Impact You will serve as the strategic manager of Axon’s global travel program, owning our most impactful vendor relationships and ensuring our travelers have access to the best possible travel benefits and perks. You will manage the full lifecycle of travel partnerships, from identifying opportunities and negotiating contracts to implementing and administering programs across our platforms. This role sits at the intersection of travel sourcing, travel program design, and travel and expense platform administration, driving both financial impact and traveler experience at a global organization. Work Location Hybrid presence near our US Hubs – Boston, San Francisco, Atlanta, Sterling, Denver, Seattle, New York City or Scottsdale. This role follows a hybrid schedule. Team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless an approved accommodation applies. What You’ll Do Identify, source, and manage strategic travel vendor relationships including hotels, airlines, rental cars, and other employee travel perks Own contract negotiation, review, and implementation from initial outreach through signing and go‑live Proactively identify gaps or opportunities in the current travel program and develop a clear point of view on how to address them Streamline administrative processes using AI tools, automation, and strategic thinking to reduce friction and improve efficiency Administer the Egencia travel platform, including managing inventory, overseeing bookings, and maintaining traveler accounts Support the Expensify platform and collaborate closely with the expense team to stay connected to traveler needs and areas for program enhancement Provide internal customer service and act as a trusted resource for travel and expense related inquiries across the organization What You Bring 2‑5 years of experience in travel sourcing, travel and expense management, vendor negotiations, or a related field Proven ability to negotiate and manage vendor contracts Strong analytical skills with experience using data and AI to drive decisions Sound judgment and the ability to navigate ambiguity, difficult negotiations, and competing priorities with confidence and poise Experience with travel & expense platforms (Egencia, Expensify, or similar), Workday, and the full Microsoft Office suite Comfort with and curiosity about AI tools (e.g. Claude, Cursor, etc.) to improve workflows and processes Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – you are personable, trustworthy, and effective with both internal stakeholders and external partners Benefits that Benefit You Competitive salary and 401k with employer match Discretionary paid time off Paid parental leave for all Medical, Dental, Vision plans Fitness Programs Emotional & Mental Wellness support Learning & Development programs And yes, we have snacks in our offices Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work. Base Pay Range

$83,250‑$133,200 USD

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s ok. At Axon, we aim far. We think big with a long‑term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Important Notes The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent – regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances – and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics