18 Oct
Leading
Higgovale
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Strong administration and organizational skillsMeticulous attention to detailExcellent communication skills, a service delivery mindset and a strong customer service focus both internally with colleagues and externally with suppliersMust work well under pressureExcellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize tasksProactive mindset and can-do attitudeAbility to work independently as well as within a broader team setupGood computer literacy including use of inhouse sales systemsStrong administration and organizational skills with great attention to detail with desire for continuous improvementCreative,
problem-solving mindsetExperience in and willingness to handle issues outside of office hours with requiredSelf-starter and the ability to work independently as well as within a broader team setupEnergetic and eager to learn
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE ADVANTAGE
Experience in, and knowledge of East Africa Safari sales advantageous (Kenya & Tanzania) – at least 3 years’ experience of East Africa, and 5 years’ experience in the safari industryExperience working in a sales team environment and/or operations backgroundStrong sales and customer service skills (written & telephone)Knowledge of Business Sales Systems e.g., HubSpot
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
Working closely alongside East Africa Specialists to manage some of the administrative and operational tasks of the sales process – from quote stage through to client travelChecking availability at the company and 3rd party properties through various online platforms as well as email requestsCompiling options for Africa Specialist to present in a quote based on client requirements,
with the desire to present upsell opportunities or alternatives when the original request is not possibleProvisionally holding options with 3rd party suppliers, amending as required during requote phases and ensuring timely release of options no longer in playProvisional holding of the company’s accommodation on inventory management systemConfirmations of all services upon guest confirmation, checking for accuracyChecking invoices match costs in quote system and flagging discrepancies to East Africa SpecialistLiaising with finance team to ensure efficient allocation of deposit to bookingPre-travel reconfirmations with all suppliers including checks on dietary requirements,
rooming allocations are accurate as per client needsUpdating systems with timings and booking references on behalf of the East Africa Specialist at reconfirmation stagePreparation of final documents for ...
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▶️ Snr Sales Ops Consultant - Travel Industry
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