Kendrick Recruitment are searching for an experienced Groups Travel Consultant for a top luxury lodge & hotel group, with the position based in 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, have the ability to overcome obstacles and persist with the task at hand, be decisive and adaptable.Please note, applicants must have at least 3 years Touring groups specific experience within a Travel Agency or Tour Operator environment.KNOWLEDGE 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 South Africa, Botswana, Tanzaniaand Kenya requiredAdditional experience in Namibia, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Mozambique advantageousA 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 travel industry and preferably Tour Operating specificallyAttention to detailExcellent negotiation skillsElaborating in writing explanations or descriptionsExceptionally customer 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” natureKEY OUTPUTS:Creative and out of the box planning and designing of Leisure Group itineraries (incentive specific experience advantageous)A good understanding of specific requirements for Groups itineraries including general groups policiesManaging the reservations process including qualifying the requirements of the group to ensure can meet their budgetEnsuring lead times for responses are met according to standard operating practicesHandling of bookings from quote to finalising, including invoicing and travel documentsProactive selling of products and services ensuring the best possible itinerary for the guestsConstant, consistent interaction and clear communication with colleagues, agents, guests and suppliersUpholding the values of the company; Care of the people, Care of land and Care of the wildlifeMay from time to time be required to travel with a group or undertake site inspections with agents/guestsSalary: R20,000 per month (CTC)Should you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please apply with your updated CV, recent head & shoulders photo as well as references ASAP! Please note: Due to high volumes of applications received, should you not receive correspondence from us within seven (7) working days of submitting your application, please consider your application for this position as unsuccessful. You are welcome to apply for any other positions that we may advertise in the future.