Thursday, February 6, 2014

Entree Canada Destinations

Travel Operations Coordinator, Canada
Entrée Canada Destinations - Vancouver, BC
This position shall report to the Manager, Canada Operations. Primary responsibilities will be to coordinate and execute travel programs for Entrée Canada and ensure the smooth operation of trips from making the initial supplier reservations through to actual trip operation and post trip follow up. In short, The Travel Operations Coordinator is 100% responsible for setting up and delivering flawless trips for our high-end clients – and we have lots of them.

Duties will include:

  • Coordinate with the Entrée Canada Sales team on file turnovers and the smooth implementation of client’s trips.
  • Coordinate supplier reservations for confirmed trips and track that all file components have been confirmed (utilizing our reservations system).
  • Track and ensure receipt of relevant forms from clients and charge credit cards for customer payments.
  • Maintain good relationships with clients, offer excellent customer service & find ways to exceed client’s expectations.
  • Maintain effective relationships with suppliers, troubleshooting when required.
  • Prepare files for our documentation department, editing travel itineraries where required.
  • Responsible to ensure that every trip is planned and executed correctly, including reservations, documentation, and supplier reconfirmations.
  • Troubleshoot operational field difficulties as they may arise.
  • Share 24/7 response of emergency call coverage. This includes during the work day, evenings and weekends
  • Touch base with clients throughout their trip to ensure all expectations are being met or exceeded and after the trip as required to ensure they are satisfied with the programming and service received by Entrée Destinations.
  • Meeting clients at the Airport or Cruise Ship terminal as required.
  • Other General Office Duties when required to include; answering telephones, database updating, filing, etc.
  • Ordering, organizing and the documentation of welcome amenities for our clients.
  • Maintaining a trips schedule and up to date Operations Calendar.
  • Making dinner reservations as required.
  • Liaising with our accounting team for accuracy of supplier invoices, payments, accounting forms etc.

Job Requirements Qualifications:
  • At least two years of previous relevant experience in the travel industry (preferably with a tour operator, wholesaler or Destination Management Company)
  • Product knowledge of Canadian hotels, resorts and travel services
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet and e-mail applications. Experience with Tourplan an asset.
  • Strong communication skills - experience in communicating with travel agents and their clients preferred
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and an understanding of a high level of customer service
  • Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
  • Fluency in the English language (written & spoken)
  • Commitment to the entire term of the contract is essential
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