Senior Tour specialist

TAG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Wellness/EAP program

Employee discounts

Job summary

TAG provides high-touch travel and event management for top names and executives. We seek a Senior Tour Specialist to support a growing touring department, collaborating with global teams and proactively handling day-to-day responsibilities.

Responsibilities include managing client itineraries, bookings, ticketing, and vendor negotiations, while ensuring cost efficiencies and exceptional service. Experience with VIP or group travel is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience within a travel agency.
• Strong knowledge of airfares, contracted fares, ticketing and reissues.
• GDS experience, Galileo preferred, with VIP or group travel exposure.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage touring client travel requirements and craft itineraries within budgets.
• Fully service inquiries, bookings, ticketing and documentation to high standards.
• Resolve client issues and oversee QC and pricing records.
• Negotiate vendor rates to maximize profitability and client value.
• Mentor touring team and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Travel booking

VIP/Entertainment travel

Group travel

Airfares knowledge

Ticketing & reissues

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

GDS Galileo

Job description

TAG provides high-touch, personalized travel and event management services to the biggest names on the planet, as well as top C-suite executives and award-winning productions. Our mission is to alleviate the stress and complexity of travel, and we are committed to uncovering solutions to get our clients where they need to be, feeling ready to take on the world. If you’re looking for a fun, ever-changing and challenging environment, TAG is the answer. Whether you are a highly experienced professional or this is the first step in your career, our doors are open to everyone with an ambitious attitude, a genuine spirit and teamwork mindset.

Senior Tour Specialist Overview

We are looking for a full‑time (40 hours per week) Senior Tour Specialist who can support our growing touring department. As a Senior Tour Specialist, you will have a diverse and varied role. You’ll collaborate with our global teams to support company initiatives and uncover innovative solutions, while taking a proactive approach to your day‑to‑day responsibilities.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage touring client travel requirements, while anticipating and understanding individual client preferences and needs. Analyze all inquiries and requests received from clients and decide on the best options to offer. Formulate logistical itinerary plans to deliver practical travel solutions, ensuring that budgets and specific requirements are met.
• Fully service all inquiries, requests, bookings, and ticketing with the highest standards and quality documentation. Ensure all air, rail, hotel, and/or other ancillary reservations meet company and client expectations.
• Report, investigate and resolve errors or/and client complaints adhering to the highest standards of customer service.
• Process complex reissues and pricing records accurately.
• Manage Quality Control (QC) procedures and tasks.
• Negotiate the best rates and deals from vendors to reduce client expenditure. Assess all potential revenue and income streams for maximum company profitability.
• Process administrative tasks including accounting queries from both the client and Finance department through to final reconciliation. Assess client credit levels, if applicable, and work in conjunction with the Finance department to ensure payments are received.
• Demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, service level expectations and general standards of performance and conduct.
• Act as a Mentor to touring team by assisting in the development of skills and knowledge of TAG Touring policies and procedures.
• Retain accounts and agreements, ensuring the highest standards and levels of service are delivered at all times with a personalized and individual approach to each client.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree (Preferred)
• OR
• In lieu of education, an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• 5+ years of experience within a travel agency (Required)
• Strong knowledge and understanding of airfares, contracted fares, ticketing, and reissues (Required)
• GDS experience (Galileo preferred) (Required)
• Versed in booking flights, hotels, and have a good understanding of published airfares (Required)
• Experience handling VIP, entertainment clients, and/or group travel (Preferred)

Experience TAG Perks

• Competitive salary
• Wellness/EAP program
• Employee discounts

We are committed to offering an equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

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