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Small Group Journeys Sales Assistant

Abercrombie & Kent
Posted a month ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Downers Grove, IL 60515, US

Salary

$40,000 - $48,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position supports Small Group Journey Travel Consultants by managing administrative functions to enhance sales conversions and service levels.
  • Candidates should have relevant travel industry experience and a high school diploma, with a preference for a Travel School or college degree.
  • The salary for this role ranges from $42,000 to $44,000, with additional earning potential through sales incentives.
  • Key responsibilities include coordinating bookings, collecting payments, and entering guest information into the reservation system.
  • The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, detail orientation, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Job Description:

Position Summary

Support Small Group Journey Travel Consultants by handling administrative-related functions in support of higher sales conversions and increased service levels. Coordinate with guests, Travel Advisors, and Destination Management Companies (DMC) regarding any booking-related functions.

 

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Assist Small Group Journey Travel Consultants with the following tasks:

  • Custom extensions, as identified by the Travel Consultant, coordinated with DMC, produce custom extension itineraries.

  • Notify and collect payment for all bookings with balances past due.

  • Call guests/Travel Advisors to collect missing information and itinerary details.

  • Enter all data from Guest Information Forms into the reservation system including but not limited to passport, medical conditions, and flight information.

  • Verify all flight details are correctly coordinated with land services booked and adjust transfers as needed.

  • Identify gaps in services as a result of flight information received and act accordingly.

  • Review Travel Consultant Quality Check and Insurance Reports and action promptly.

  • Prepare correspondence emails for the Travel Consultant when advised through Product Memos, etc.

  • Coordinate Signature Program Design Your Day follow-up, and send advising recaps to DMC.

  • Communicate directly with the guest/Travel Advisor, answering general questions not related to sales/revenue-generated items.

  • Collaborate with all internal departments and DMCs to facilitate the booking process.

  • Assist Guest Relations when post-tour issues require investigation into historical documentation.

  • Special projects or other related duties as required.

Skills and Abilities

  • Professional verbal/written communication skills and phone demeanour.

  • Strong multi-tasking skills and flexibility required.

  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

  • Good judgment and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work in a team environment.

  • Intermediate computer skills required (Microsoft Office) and ability to quickly master new technologies.

  • Must be able to perform basic mathematical computations.

  • Must read/write/speak English.

Education and Experience

  • Travel School or college degree preferred

  • High School diploma required

  • Relevant travel industry experience preferred

Special requirements

  • Evening, weekend, and approved overtime may be required

Salary Range

$42,000 - $44,000; with additional earning potential through sales incentives.

Benefits

A&K offers a large portfolio of competitive benefits to all eligible, full-time employees. Some benefits are provided at no cost to the employee, such as group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and travel discounts. Other elective benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental life insurance, pre-tax healthcare and dependent FSAs, and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.


EEO Statement

Abercrombie & Kent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.




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