Vacancy:
Tour and Travel Manager
A
new Travel and tour company is looking for a capable candidate to manage the
activities of the company and improvise business strategies to bring about
growth.
- Proposing
strategies for the business development of the agency.
- Maintaining the
financial account details and other budgetary reports of the agency.
- Analyzing the
reports to ascertain the growth of the agency as well as employing the
work strategies to improve the business aspect of the agency.
- Maintaining
the up-to-date information on the travel operations and transport mediums
like trains, airlines and also buses.
- Facilitating the
customers in the booking of tickets and accommodation arrangements
- Managing the
travel agency work activities and devising new tour and travel plans and
packages.
- Coordinating and
guiding the agency staff to work for the customer satisfaction and
development of the agency.
- Promoting and
marketing the business, sometimes to new or niche markets.
- Managing budgets
and maintaining statistical/financial records.
- Selling travel
products and tour packages.
- Sourcing
products and destinations to meet consumer demands for bespoke travel and
sustainable tourism.
- Liaising with
travel partners, including airlines and hotels, to manage bookings and
schedules, often one year in advance.
- Dealing with
customer enquiries and aiming to meet their expectations.
- Overseeing the
smooth, efficient running of the business.
- Constantly motivating
the sales team to hit their targets and ensure the profitability of the
company.
- Meeting company
directors who advise on strategy and finding out about any local issues
and future trends.
- Dealing with
disciplinary matters and customer complaints.
Skills
and Specifications
- Strong written
and communication skills.
- Knowledge of
financial and business strategies.
- Good managerial
and decision-making skills.
- Ability to
coordinate and manage people.
Education
and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in travelling related area or any other subject with interest in
business and financial concepts.
- 3 to 5 years
previous work experience in any travel related industry is compulsory.
Qualifying
candidates should send their application letter together with detailed
Curriculum Vitae to recruitment@odumont.com before COB 15th July 2013.
