Tour and Travel Manager

We are searching for a meticulously organized and budget-conscious tour and Travel manager to direct all logistical trip-related procedures. The tour and Travel manager should craft comprehensive itineraries and book applicable services, and also liaise with vested figures. And the responsibilities of the travel manager include optimizing our travel operation. To be a successful travel and Tour manager, should have a strong working knowledge of travel and tour management processes and excellent attention to detail. Ultimately, a top-notch travel and tour manager is skilled at maintaining positive relationships with airlines and hotels and other related at providing a smooth travel experience.

• Planning and disseminating in-depth itineraries.
•  Booking transport, accommodation, and adjacent services.
•  Directing visa application processes.
• Collaborating with security staff, marketers, and venue operations teams.
• Shipping requisite equipment to pertinent locations.
• Remaining highly accessible to stakeholders.
•  Completing client-requested errands, within reason.
• Managing allotted finances.
• Maintaining positive relationships with vendors of direct travel, such as car rentals, hotels, and airlines and others.
•  Negotiating preferred rates with vendors of direct travel and tour.
• Planning travel accommodations, booking flights, hotels, car rentals, and coordinating activities.
• Managing and processing all travel-related documentation, including payments, itineraries, visas, medical, and legal forms.
•  Assisting with any travel-related issues that may arise.
• Researching travel deals and evaluating prices and services.
• Arranging travel accommodations for business visitors.
• Creating, optimizing, and monitoring corporate travel policies.
• Preparing travel budget reports.
• Analyzing and preparing reports on travel spend

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in tourism, travel or hospitality is required for corporate travel managers.
•  A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the travel industry.
• A minimum of 3 year supervisory experience may be preferred.
• Certification in travel or hospitality may be advantageous.
•  Knowledge of travel management processes.
•  The ability to build and maintain positive relationships with vendors of direct travel (existing relationships may be advantageous).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
•   Good communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
•  A basic understanding of Geography.
•  Strong computer skills.