Senior Travel Designer
9 hours ago
PRIMARY PURPOSE To generate and grow sales whilst maintaining required GP%, great agent relationships and high-level customer service by offering world-class itineraries to exceed agent & guests' expectations. To secure, cost and present product to the agent/guest accurately, efficiently, timeously by creating inspirational luxury travel. Have an excellent knowledge and good geographical understanding of all Southern and East African destinations as well as day-to-day regional logistics. This position is based in Johannesburg or Cape Town Detailed Responsibilities Liaise with the Reservations Manager on sales potential and any development on the agent relationship for all bookings. Build relationships with owned agents based on trust and support, knowing their business trends and guests needs, ad hoc attending relevant familarisation trips with agents (if and when required). Continuous communication and excellent service delivery to agents at all times. Streamline operational negotiations by also reducing dead beds, waitlist chasing and maximizing camp operations role to create those life-changing journeys for guests. Quote accurately and timeously keeping in mind our strategic and preferred AP and upsell where possible to benefit both WS and the owned agent ensuring relevant information is obtained from the ARM prior to quoting. Understand the owned agents/guests needs in each booking, if email does not help clarify then call the owned agent. Design itineraries around company guidelines and product knowledge e.g. area, variety, product status and service consistency in accommodation standard, distances travelled and time saving aspects. Follow up on all outstanding provisional bookings with the agents, consistently understanding the yield implication of provisional space held. Keep the owned agencies updated on the status of the bookings in real time as changes are taking place. Maintain booking file (electronically) incl. Owned Agent correspondence, AP correspondence, costings, invoices & credit notes and updated booking file cover/summary and ensure all documents are uploaded to the WW. Measure sales and GP% in conjunction with Sales, identifying variations and maintaining good GPs per booking. CANDIDATE PROFILE Qualification: Matric certificate with maths (minimum standard grade or above) Tertiary certificate in Travel & Tourism/hospitality. Experience: 4-5 years East Africa experience at a senior level preferable. Experience in handling customer relationships and developing & promoting product and services in the inbound travel industry. Computer Literate (Microsoft Office, email, Internet) Proven English literacy. Working knowledge of Tourplan and WISH or similar booking/operating system. General product knowledge on Southern & East Africa. Personal or educational travel experience advantageous Skills: Excellent communication skills both written and oral, in English. Foreign language skills advantageous Interests: A passion for wildlife and a commitment to sustainability and conservation. Apply for this position with us on WhatsApp. Simply send the word Hi to 260761166303
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Incentive Travel Specialist
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Johannesburg, South Africa Nano Travel Full timeThe Incentive Travel Specialist plans and manages incentive travel programmes that drive employee engagement, customer loyalty, and business growth. They work with clients to understand their objectives, develop customized travel packages, coordinate logistics, and ensure an exceptional experience that aligns with the client’s brand and goals. The role...
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Senior Travel Designer
4 weeks ago
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Senior Travel Designer – Americas
7 days ago
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Senior Travel Designer
2 months ago
Johannesburg, South Africa HotelJobs.co.za Full timeWell known Inbound Travel & Touring Company is looking for a Senior Travel Designer. The Senior Travel Designer is responsible for generating and growing sales by securing, costing, and presenting journeys to sales agents accurately, efficiently, and timorously. To be equally invested in the “win” of each booking. The role requires a strong focus on...
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Senior Travel Designer
9 hours ago
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Luxury Travel Experience Designer
18 minutes ago
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Assistant Editor
6 days ago
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Travel Specialists
3 days ago
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Senior Travel Consultant
2 weeks ago
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Senior Travel Consultant
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Senior Operations Specialist
1 month ago
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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Stratogo Full timeAbout StratogoStratogo is a leading company in the online travel business, seeking a highly skilled and experienced sales professional to join our team as a Senior Travel Industry Sales Professional.
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Travel Assistant
8 months ago
Johannesburg South, South Africa Executive Placings Full timeWell established travel agency is looking for a Travel Assistant for one of their Senior Consultants to join their team. Amadeus and Quicktrav Should be a go-getter with an enthusiastic personality and excellent punctuality Excellent customer service skills Attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication and collaboration skills Assist Senior...
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Senior Travel Industry Specialist
4 weeks ago
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Senior Travel Specialist Jhb Lodge and Safari Group
7 months ago
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Leisure Travel Designer
3 weeks ago
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Executive Placings Full time**About the Role:**As an Inbound Tour Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the reservations process, handling bookings from quote to finalizing, including invoicing and travel documents. You will also be expected to ensure turnaround times are strictly adhered to according to standard operating practices.To succeed in this role, you will need to...
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Travel Specialists
3 months ago
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Travel Specialists
7 months ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Executive Placings Full timeLooking for Travel Specialists for a luxury travel company. 3 to 5 years experience. Duties: Creative planning and designing of guest itineraries or out of the box planning and designing of leisure FIT tailor-made itineraries. Managing the reservations process for bookings from quote to finalising, including invoicing and travel documents. Consistent and...
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Travel Specialists
7 months ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Executive Placings Full timeLooking for Travel Specialists for a luxury travel company.3 to 5 years experience.Duties: Creative planning and designing of guest itineraries or out of the box planning and designing of leisure FIT tailor-made itineraries. Managing the reservations process for bookings from quote to finalising, including invoicing and travel documents. Consistent and clear...
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Senior Travel Consultant
2 weeks ago
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