Global Travel & Expense Manager

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet’s. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

JDE Peet’s is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, serving approximately 4,400 cups of coffee per second in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focusing on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and Jacobs, alongside a collection of 9 local icons; such as Douwe Egberts, Kenco, Pilao, Old Town, Moccona, Super, Gevalia, Friele, Marcilla. In 2024, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of EUR 8.8 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees.

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

We believe amazing things happen over a cup of coffee. Together, we create those moments every day, turning ideas into impact and possibilities into reality. At JDE Peet’s, we work as one team guided by our values: we Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together. Here, you’ll find the freedom to innovate, the courage to take bold steps, and the support to grow your career in a global environment.

Come join our team and discover what your cup of amazing can be! Find out more at http://careers.jdepeets.com 

The Global Travel & Expense Manager is responsible for the end-to-end Global Travel & Expense (T&E) program at JDE Peet's. The role ensures compliance with internal travel policies, availability of fit-for-purpose tools and suppliers, timely reimbursement of employee expenses, and effective management of the Corporate Credit Card Program.

The position leads the development of the global T&E strategy, defines KPIs to measure compliance and performance, and drives continuous improvement across Travel, Expense, Meetings, and Card processes. Working in a globally standardized but locally executed model, the role builds strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, outsourced partners, and suppliers to ensure consistent adoption and optimal user experience.

In addition, the role leads and develops direct reports and local T&E functional leads, ensuring efficient, compliant, and future-proof T&E operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, roll out, and embed a standardized global T&E strategy covering Corporate Travel, Meetings & Events, Expense Reimbursement, and Corporate Credit Cards.
• Manage operational execution of JDE Peet’s global Travel & Expense program.
• Provide insights and reporting on execution, compliance, and performance to global and local management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, projects, and workshops to enhance processes, efficiency, and knowledge.
• Identify and implement new ways of working and technology developments within the T&E landscape.
• Lead, coach, and develop direct reports and local T&E leads.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BSc) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Travel & Expense, preferably in a global or multinational environment.
• Strong understanding of the travel industry and T&E best practices.
• Experience with T&E systems (e.g. SAP Concur or similar).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence in presenting to senior audiences.
• Strong problem-solving skills, Proven leadership and people management capabilities.

What We Can Offer?

• a dynamic, global work environment with opportunities to collaborate across diverse teams
• professional development and continuous learning, including exposure to complex statutory and tax processes
• competitive compensation and benefits package
• opportunities to contribute to automation and process improvement initiatives
• a culture that values adaptability, collaboration, and innovation

Your application at JDE Peet's

If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE Peet's, apply and join us. After receiving your application we will do our utmost to give you quick feedback. Part of the recruitment procedure at JDE Peet's would be an online assessment, followed by interviews. A pre-employment check can be part of the recruitment process.

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At JDE Peet’s we aim to create a better future where we authentically serve, reflect and embrace everyone. We believe in fostering a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where everyone feels comfortable to truly be who they are and unleash their full potential. This means we do not tolerate discrimination on the basis of our race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other trait protected by law.

Throughout the entire employee lifecycle, we place DE&I at the core of our people processes. This enables us to drive objectivity and eliminate any potential bias, ensuring an inclusive experience in the workplace. Do not hesitate to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

Our efforts on this agenda have earned us the prestigious Catalyst Award, as well as the Fair Pay Leader Certification in 2025 thanks to an unexplained gender pay gap of 0.52%.