Travel Coordinator

Brinks Texas License #C00550

About Brink's:

Job Description

We are seeking an accomplished and dynamic Travel Coordinator to join our team in Coppell. In this role, you will play a critical part in travel logistics contributing to our ongoing success and strategic goals. As part of the travel team you will serve as the primary internal travel resource for employees, supporting escalated or complex booking scenarios, VIP travelers, and department-specific travel needs. Acts as a liaison between employees and the external Travel Management Company (TMC), ensuring policy compliance, timely issue resolution, and exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities:

Stakeholder Escalations:

• Acts as the main contact point for employee travel escalations, complaints, and special requests that cannot be resolved via standard TMC channels. Coordinates with TMC account managers to resolve complex issues, including last-minute travel changes, policy exceptions, or global crisis response.

Custom Booking & Approvals:

• Supports unique or high-touch travel needs, such as group travel, multi-leg itineraries, or bookings requiring exceptions to corporate policy. Interfaces with department leads and the TMC to ensure all customizations are documented and approved.

Policy Guidance & Compliance:

• Advises employees on travel policy interpretation, exception processes, and best practices. Works with HR and Finance to clarify rules and update guidelines based on common exception trends.

VIP & Executive Travel Support:

• Provides white-glove service for executive travelers and board members, coordinating directly with the TMC’s VIP desk. Anticipates preferences and ensures seamless travel experiences.

Supplier & TMC Partnership Management:

• Reviews the TMC’s service level performance (SLAs), compiles feedback from internal stakeholders, and escalates recurring issues. Participates in regular meetings with the TMC and Procurement to improve process compliance and traveler experience.

Reporting & Analytics:

• Analyzes request trends (e.g., most common escalation types) to recommend improvements to policy or training. Provides management with periodic reports on escalations and overall program satisfaction.

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of company travel policy and TMC service offerings
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, especially under pressure
• Diplomacy in handling VIP/executive requests and sensitive escalations
• Data analysis and reporting skills
• Experience with Travel GDS platforms like Sabre, Amadeus
• Experience with travel booking tools (Concur, Egencia, etc.) and TMC workflows

KPIs & Success Measures:

• Resolution time for escalations
• Stakeholder satisfaction with counseling/support
• Compliance rate for policy exceptions and custom bookings
• Timely communication and resolution with TMC
• Reduction in repeat or systemic travel booking issues

Additional Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience supporting booking and travel
• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Flexibility to work across different time zones
• Continuously identify areas for improvement

What’s Next? 

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Brink’s is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or history or any other characteristic protected by law. Brink’s is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.