Tailor-Made Travel Specialist

Private Advertiser; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a commercially minded Tailor-Made Travel Specialist to design bespoke itineraries and convert enquiries into bookings for international travellers to Sabah and the region.

You will craft creative itineraries, prepare proposals, and coordinate reservations while collaborating with partners to ensure high service standards.

Qualifications

• Strong sales instinct with the confidence to advise and influence international clients.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Creative, resourceful and attentive to the smallest details.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage B2C and B2B travel enquiries from consultation through booking.
• Design and cost tailor-made itineraries.
• Prepare proposals, quotations and final travel documents.
• Coordinate reservations, invoicing, payments and booking requirements.
• Work with Operations before, during and after journeys.
• Build relationships with clients, travel partners and suppliers.
• Aim to achieve individual and team sales targets while maintaining service standards.

Skills

Sales

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Organisational

Attention to detail

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism/ Hospitality/ Business & Marketing

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Do you love turning travel ideas into beautifully planned journeys?

We are a fast-growing boutique travel company specialising in personalised, responsible and meaningful travel experiences. We work with international travellers and travel partners to create tailor-made holidays that showcase the very best of Sabah and the region.

We are looking for a commercially minded and detail-oriented Tailor-Made Travel Specialist who can understand what each traveller is looking for, design the right itinerary and confidently turn enquiries into confirmed bookings.

What You’ll Do

Manage B2C and B2B travel enquiries from initial consultation through to booking.

Understand each client’s interests, travel style and budget.

Design and cost creative, tailor-made itineraries.

Prepare attractive proposals, quotations and final travel documents.

Recommend suitable experiences and thoughtful alternatives.

Follow up professionally with leads and convert enquiries into confirmed sales.

Coordinate reservations, invoicing, payments and booking requirements.

Work closely with the Operations team before, during and after each journey.

Build lasting relationships with clients, travel partners and suppliers.

Achieve individual and team sales targets while maintaining excellent service standards.

Who We’re Looking For

A genuine passion for travel, especially sustainable and responsible tourism.

Strong sales instinct with the confidence to advise and influence international clients.

Excellent spoken and written English.

Creative, resourceful and attentive to the smallest details.

Strong organisational, problem‑solving and time‑management skills.

Comfortable managing several enquiries and bookings simultaneously.

Able to work independently while contributing positively to the team.

Confident using Google Workspace and other common digital applications.

Experience in travel, tourism, hospitality or customer service is an advantage.

Fresh graduates with strong communication skills and extensive travel experience are also encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Hospitality, Business & Marketing or a related field is preferred.