Full-Time

Vice President

TPSP Partner Operations

Posted on 1/18/2025

Expedia

Expedia

10,001+ employees

Travel booking platform for flights, hotels, rentals

Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Senior, Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

London, UK + 1 more

More locations: Seattle, WA, USA

Global hybrid work setup requires in-office presence.

Category
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • Expert understanding of operational structures and functions essential to manage operations globally
  • Ensures the greater business vision is understood by the team, defines its interpretation and can translate into functional goals
  • Experience leading large contact center vendor agent populations
  • Explicitly builds systems that encourage talent to grow in the organization
Responsibilities
  • Directly lead internal operational teams based in multiple global locations (~700 EG associates)
  • Lead, inspire, and engage the global based vendor footprint (~1,500 external vendor agents)
  • Act as a key point of contact for operational activities contact center vendor partners
  • Implement, and execute focused partner service strategy set by the travel leadership team
  • Primary contact for internal hotel market management teams and vacation rental partner success teams; partnering on effectively managing successful account relationships; primary communicator across the organization servicing performance and opportunities
  • Influence self-service strategy and efficient services with focus on reduction of partner effort through service channels
  • Delivery of quality support to partners across all existing and future channels (phone, chat, email)
  • Lead a dedicated Partner Continuous Improvement Team to achieve aligned initiatives and KPI objectives
  • Participate as core member of the Operations leadership team
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous experience leading in travel operations preferred

Expedia Group operates in the travel industry, offering a wide range of services for travelers and travel-related businesses. It connects users with options for flights, hotels, car rentals, vacation packages, and activities through its various brands, including Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo. Travelers can easily find and book trips that match their preferences and budgets. The company generates revenue primarily through commissions from bookings and advertising from travel service providers looking to promote their offerings. Additionally, Expedia Group supports its partners by providing access to valuable data and technology, helping them improve their operations and grow their businesses. The goal of Expedia Group is to create a seamless travel experience for users while maximizing the potential of its partners.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$3.3B

Headquarters

Bellevue, Washington

Founded

1996

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Expedia can capitalize on the demand for sustainable travel options.
  • The rise of 'workcations' presents an opportunity for tailored travel packages.
  • The growing popularity of VR allows Expedia to enhance user experience with virtual tours.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging travel platforms like Hopper.
  • Frequent changes in the CFO position may affect investor confidence.
  • Dependence on partnerships for market expansion may not yield expected results.

What makes Expedia unique

  • Expedia offers a comprehensive suite of travel services under one platform.
  • The company operates a diverse portfolio of travel brands, including Hotels.com and Vrbo.
  • Expedia leverages data analytics to provide personalized travel recommendations.

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Competitive Paid Time Off

Travel Discounts

Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

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