Senior Luxury Travel Designer, Africa & East Africa

Wildernessdestinations; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel company based in South Africa is seeking a candidate to generate and grow sales, maintain agent relationships, and provide high-level customer service through world-class itineraries. The ideal applicant should have a matric certificate, a tertiary qualification in Travel or Hospitality, and 4-5 years of senior-level experience in East Africa. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in travel booking systems are essential. A passion for wildlife and sustainability is favored.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years’ East Africa experience at a senior level preferable.
• Experience in handling customer relationships in the inbound travel industry.
• Computer literate, proven English literacy.

Responsibilities

• Generate and grow sales while maintaining required GP%.
• Build relationships with agents based on trust and support.
• Quote bookings accurately and timeously.

Skills

Excellent communication skills (written and oral)

Foreign language skills

Education

Matric certificate with maths

Tertiary certificate in Travel & Tourism/hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tourplan

WISH or similar booking/operating system

Job description

A leading travel company based in South Africa is seeking a candidate to generate and grow sales, maintain agent relationships, and provide high-level customer service through world-class itineraries. The ideal applicant should have a matric certificate, a tertiary qualification in Travel or Hospitality, and 4-5 years of senior-level experience in East Africa. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in travel booking systems are essential. A passion for wildlife and sustainability is favored.