Dmc Wholesale Travel Consultant Sandton - Sandton Verfied

R 18000 per month per month Sandton, Gauteng Sandton, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 26-09-2016 4:01:07 PM
24-10-2016 4:01:07 PM
We are now recruiting a DMC Wholesale Travel Consultant. Our client is a well known luxury safari tour operator. The head office is based in Sandton and the company operates in all popular travel destinations in Africa.KEY OUTPUTS:Creative and out of the box planning and designing of leisure FIT tailor-made itinerariesManaging the reservations process including handling of bookings from quote to finalising, including invoicing and travel documentsEnsuring turn around times are strictly adhered to according to standard operating practicesProactive selling of products and services ensuring the best possible itinerary for the guestsConstant, consistent interaction and clear communication with colleagues, agents, operators guests and suppliersKNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: Good understanding of delivering excellent service to agents/guestsAn in-depth knowledge of Tourplan or a similar booking systemAn in-depth geographical, logistical and product knowledge of two of the following regions: South, Southern and East AfricaA willingness and aptitude to learnSKILLS REQUIRED:Communication skills and an excellent command of the English language (spoken and written)Time & desk management including working in an orderly focused mannerThe ability to work under pressure and show initiativeUnderstanding of the travel industry - inbound Tour Operating specifically would be preferableAttention to detailElaborating in writing explanations or descriptionsExceptionally client/guest focusedMust be computer literate and have an in-depth knowledge of Word and ExcelCalm and professional manner of servicing agents/guestsAn independent, curious and can do it natureEXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Must have at least 3 - 5 or more years inbound tour operating experienceTourplan experience is an advantageThe successful candidate should have an enquiring mind, be methodical, pay attention to detail, be creative, show perseverance and patience, ability to work under pressure, ability to accept routine and mundane tasks, have high energy levels, be flexible, and have the ability to overcome obstacles and persist with the task at hand, be decisive and adaptable. If you have the knowledge, skills and required experience and this sounds like a challenge you are ready for I would love to hear from you. Please send me your CV with an updated face photograph, details of three contactable references and a letter motivating your application.

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