GROUPS & SPECIAL INTERESTS MANAGER - Johannesburg
Our client, a well known international travel and hospitality brand, is searching for a Groups and Special Interests Manager that has a fantastic understanding of their product knowledge, travel industry channels, e-commerce and an extremely analytical thought process.
The position is live-out, based in Joburg
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
Extensive knowledge of Tourplan, alternatively, another reservations system In-depth geographical, logistical and product knowledge of South, Southern and East Africa. Previous management and/or supervisory experience Extensive sales experience in the groups and incentives area of the market
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
4 - 5 years management or supervisory experience in the hospitality/tourism industry (inbound tour operating) Minimum of 7 years inbound experience at a senior level in the hospitality/tourism industry
SKILLS REQUIRED:
Good understanding of terms and conditions, product knowledge, general knowledge, third party and Product destinations
Understanding of travel industry channels E-commerce (Booking platforms e.g. Take a lot) Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Trip Advisor) Excellent computer skills including: Tourplan advantageous ESS is essential GIS, WETU, Maximizer MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and Outlook o Other related systems such as the Availability and Web Reporting Portal New business development
Contact Kim or apply online:
URL: https://crawford-carruthers.vincere.io/careers/job/30463/lang=en