Groups and incentives Operations Consultant
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Overview
andBeyond is built on the strength of remarkable people who care about the guest experience, sustainability, and the communities we serve. The Groups and Incentives Operations Consultant will coordinate and support travel programs and group movements, ensuring operational efficiency, profitability, and high standards of service.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and execute land tour programs and events
- Assist with the administrative preparation and management of travel files, ensuring effective operations and quality control
- Be available to travel with groups and assist with on-site coordination
- Collaborate with the Groups & Incentives Reservations Manager and Operations Manager to maintain a strong commercial focus, ensuring profitability and margins in line with andBeyond guidelines
- Provide proactive support to the Group's and Incentive's team
- Maintain relationships with partners and monitor adherence to supplier service level standards
- Support accounts teams to ensure timely debt collection and inform management of potential bad debt
- Maintain accurate information on all confirmed services
- Assist with preparations of travel documentation and operating schedules for prompt delivery
- Ensure compliance with country travel restrictions in administration, planning, and execution of traveling groups
- Provide recommendations to Operations Manager and Groups Reservations Manager to improve guest experiences and service
- Forward client / guest complaints to the Operations Manager and Groups Reservations Manager and ensure timely response
- Be on call for major emergencies and alert the client and Regional Touring Manager as required
- Assist with special projects and any other duties as assigned by Management
Knowledge Required
In-depth knowledge of the tourism industry, travel industry channels, current trends, destination management, and customer expectationsUnderstanding of terms and conditions, markets in which andBeyond operates, product knowledge across destinationsAbility to create and formulate a strategy and support commercial decisionsA passion for delivering service excellenceKnowledge of South Africa, Southern and East Africa with the ability to provide recommendations and assistanceExperience with crisis management protocols, including emergency response and risk mitigation strategiesQualifications Required
Minimum of 4 - 5 years of inbound tour consulting experienceSkills Required
Strong administration skills with meticulous attention to detailOrganization and time management; ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environmentAbility to work well under pressureAdaptability to changing priorities, projects, clients, and technologyClear thinking in emergencies to ensure smooth tour operationsExcellent communication skills (verbal, written, reporting, body language)Good understanding of terms and conditions, product knowledge, and travel industry channelsFinancial analysis, modelling and managementKnowledge of markets and product destinations across andBeyondProficiency with Excel (essential), Tourplan (preferred) or other reservation systems, MS Office, Teams, WETUAnalytical skills, negotiation skills, and experiential creativity (Crafting Experiences)Yield management awarenessPersonal Attributes
Detail-orientedProactive and adaptableDecision-maker and problem-solverService-oriented with strong multi-tasking abilitiesTeamwork and interpersonal skillsConflict management and resolutionThe successful candidate should have an enquiring mind, be methodical, pay attention to details, be creative, show perseverance and patience, be able to work under pressure, handle routine tasks, maintain high energy, be flexible, and persist with tasks. We reserve the right to not make an appointment.
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