Wholesale Lodge Travel Consultant - Sandton Verfied

Salary Negotiable Sandton, Gauteng Sandton, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 17-04-2015 1:15:09 PM
15-05-2015 1:15:09 PM
Lodge Wholesale Travel Consultant Job JHB - Luxury Safari Group

Lodge Wholesale Travel Consultant Job JHB became available at this world renowned luxury safari group in Sandton. 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.

KEY OUTPUTS

Creative and out of the box planning and designing of leisure tailor-made itineraries of Company's lodges/camps in combination with some 3rd party product
Managing the reservations process including handling of bookings from quote to finalising, including invoicing and travel documents
Proactive designing of itinerary ensuring routing and product knowledge is applied to providing the operator with best itinerary for their guests
Constant, consistent interaction and clear communication with colleagues, agents, operators guests and suppliers
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Good understanding of delivering excellent service to agents/guests
An in-depth knowledge of Tourplan or a similar booking system
An in-depth geographical, logistical and product knowledge of South, Southern or East Africa
A willingness and aptitude to learn
SKILLS REQUIRED

Communication skills and an excellent command of the English language (spoken and written)
Time & desk management including working in an orderly focused manner
The ability to work under pressure and show initiative
Understanding of the travel industry - inbound Tour Operating specifically would be preferable
Attention to detail
Elaborating in writing explanations or descriptions
Exceptionally client/guest focused
Must be computer literate and have an in-depth knowledge of Word and Excel
Calm and professional manner of servicing agents/guests
An independent, curious and “can do it” nature
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Must have at least 3 - 5 or more years inbound tour operating experience
Start: ASAP

Salary: R 12 - 16k + excellent commission

To apply for Lodge Wholesale Travel Consultant Job JHB - Luxury Safari Group, send your CV with recent photo and detailed description of your employment experience.

ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Recruiter: HJA