Job description

We are looking for a travel agent, who is passionate about traveling. You will manage travel requirements made for business or holiday and you will provide tourism related services and package tours on behalf of our suppliers. The goal is to keep our clients satisfied and loyal for future services.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and sell transportation, accommodations, insurance and other travel services
• Cooperate with clients to determine their needs and advise them appropriate destination, modes of transportations, travel dates, costs and accommodations
• Provide relevant information, brochures and publications (guides, local customs, maps, regulations, events, etc.) to travelers
• Book transportation, make hotel reservations and collect payment/fees
• Use promotional techniques and prepare promotional materials to sell itinerary tour packages
• Deal with occurring travel problems, complaints or refunds
• Attend travel seminars to remain updated with tourism trends
• Enter data into our software and maintain client files
• Network with tour operators
• Maintain statistical and financial records
• Meet profit and sales targets

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a travel agent is a must
• Fluency in English; multilingualism is a plus
• Strong sales skills and commercial awareness
• Must be able to sell sell sell!!
• Ability to interact, communicate and negotiate effectively
• Sound knowledge of domestic and international travel trends
• Degree in Hospitality,Travel, Tourism, Business or relevant field is a plus
• Personal travel experience will be considered an advantage
• Confidence Confidence Confidence!! is key

Salary is negotiable depending on experience

Please be advised that you will be contacted by Digipath Digital Recruitment within 14 days should we wish to proceed with your application. Similarly, if you are not contacted by Digipath Digital Recruitment, please accept your application as unsuccessful. Your CV will automatically be added to our database and we could be contacting you should a suitable position arise.

Posted on 22 Sep 15:31