Job Title: Corporate Travel ConsultantDepartment : Sales & Business DevelopmentReports To: ManagerVersion : :02 - 07-03-2023Job Purpose:Provide a high level of customer service and support to both existing and new clients and suppliers. Provide guidance and support to clients, using a variety of communication methods to enable the smooth running of day to day operations within the departmentKey Tasks:
Offer exemplary customer service to clients all times across all methods of communication
Should have a good understanding of all the Services and systems (Air & Land arrangements)
Should adhere to the Organizational policies, practices and procedures.
Should be able to respond the client queries within the company\'s agreed SLA (Service Level Agreement).
Processes all bookings and visas for Corporate customers, to corporate team to issues tickets and finalizes all necessary travel arrangements through the system, following adopted procedures.
Handles all customer complaints, problems in a very calm and positive manner; follows the right procedures in directing the complaints through proper channels when needed.
Sharing knowledge and information with colleagues
Provide feedback and suggest possible actions where challenges are encountered
Flexibility to in shifts and as per roster duty that may fall on a weekend or Holidays
Should be able to work independently
Should be able to handle the load and work smoothly under pressure.
Should have seller\'s drive attitude and sell the products and services efficiently
Should be able to achieve revenue targets and service SLAs at all times
Should be closing the DSR (Daily Sale Report) and report all the documents on the day of issuance itself.
Move to any branch / department and perform any other duties as instructed by the Management based on business requirements.
Sales & Customer Experience:
Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer experience
Conduct research to identify new market opportunities and tailor products and services to meet customer needs
Arrange business meetings with prospective new clients and agencies
Focus on Customer experience & building long-term relationships with new and existing customers
Be a team player and promote team work
Protects company\'s value by keeping all business information confidential.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in order to build a healthy rapport with the travel trade community & business houses.
Operational excellence:
Follow established processes and procedures to streamline workflow and optimize efficiency in day-to-day operations. Maintain accurate records of client interactions, bookings and payments.
Collaborate with team members to coordinate travel arrangements and resolve operational issues promptly.
Move to any branch/department and perform any other duties as instructed by the Management based on business requirements.
Dimensions:Personal Qualities:
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Understand sales and negotiation skills, with a passion for building relationships and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Display a genuine passion for travel.
Fluency in English & Arabic Language (Written & Verbal)
Education:
Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration/Commerce/Management.
Specialization in Travel and Tourism is an advantage.
IATA certification
Experience:
3+ years of work experience in a Travel Industry.
Previous experience working as a Retail Travel Consultant or in a similar role with a travel company/agency.
Proficiency in travel booking systems (Galileo/Sabre/Amadeus) is preferred.