Lodge Wholesale Travel Consultant - Sandton - Sandton Verfied

R 17000 CTC per month Sandton, Gauteng Sandton, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 26-04-2016 4:01:23 PM
24-05-2016 4:01:23 PM
Well known, luxury Tour Operating Company is looking for experienced Lodge Wholesale Travel Consultant to be based in Sandton, Johannesburg.The 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 level, be flexible, and have the ability to overcome obstacles and persist with the task at hand, be decisive and adaptable.KEY OUTPUTSCreative and out of the box planning and designing of leisure FIT tailor-made itineraries lodges/camps in combination with some 3rd party productManaging the reservations process including handling of bookings from quote to finalising, including invoicing and travel documentsProactive designing of itinerary ensuring routing and product knowledge is applied to providing the operator with best itinerary for their guestsConstant, consistent interaction and clear communication with colleagues, agents, operators guests and suppliersUpholding the values of the Company; Care of the people, Care of land and Care of the wildlifeKNOWLEDGE REQUIREDGood 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 South, Southern or East AfricaA willingness and aptitude to learnSKILLS REQUIREDCommunication 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 REQUIREDMust have at least 3 - 5 or more years inbound tour operating experienceSalary: R 17000 CTCStart: ASAPTo apply, send your CV in WORD document, with recent photo and contactable references.ONLY CANDIDATES WITH SUITABLE EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONTACTED.

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