Senior Journey Specialist – Owned Brands

Wildernessdestinations; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in the travel industry is seeking a Journey Specialist to manage booking confirmations and provide exceptional service. Candidates must have a Matric certificate, a tertiary qualification in Travel & Tourism is advantageous, and relevant experience in the inbound travel industry is essential. The role requires high integrity, strong communication skills, and a passion for wildlife.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate with maths (minimum standard grade).
• 4-5 years experience in inbound travel industry.
• Tertiary qualification in Travel & Tourism is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage booking confirmation process on Wilderness Window.
• Deliver exceptional service to stakeholders.
• Maintain supplier knowledge and financial health of bookings.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Financial skills

Time management

Education

Matric certificate

Tertiary certificate in Travel & Tourism

Tools

TourPlan

WETU

Job description

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Journey Specialist is responsible for managing and completing the booking confirmation process on the Wilderness Window.
Communicateand deliverexceptional service to all stakeholders involved.

*This position is based in Cape Town or Johannesburg

Detailed Responsibilities

• Manage and complete booking confirmation process on Wilderness Window platform.
• Continuous communication and excellent service delivery to the Ops specialist at all times.
• Strengthen the bond and partnership with stakeholders through effective communication and exceptional service, knowing their business trends and guests needs, ad hoc attending relevant familiarization trips with Ops specialist (if and when required.
• Maintain in-depth supplier knowledge to maximize the mutually beneficial relationship with AP partners.
• Ensure accuracy and financial health of bookings.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Qualification:

• Matric certificate – with maths (minimum standard grade or above)
• Tertiary certificate in Travel & Tourism/hospitality is advantageous.

Experience:

• 4-5 years’ with Senior experience in handling customer relationships and developing& promoting product and building journeys in the inbound travel industry.
• In depth knowledge of Southern and East Africa.
• Working knowledge of TourPlan and WETU or similar booking/operating system.

Skills:

• Dynamic, detail orientated, organised and excellent communication skills.
• Remain steady in busy environment and consistent with output, task driven.
  Ability to problem solve without compromising accuracy and prioritise changes.
• Strong financial skills, self-starter with high integrity level and ethical conduct.
• Driven to offer high quality service levels, strong time management.

Interests:

A passion for wildlife and a commitment to sustainability and conservation.

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