Provide support and assistance to advisors in booking air, hotel, car, and all supporting services.
Research, track, and escalate queries to resolution.
Provide coverage for independent advisors while they are on vacation or otherwise unavailable.
Provide general office support and assistance on special projects.
Book air, car, and hotel, in addition to invoicing and ticketing, using the SABRE reservation system.
Deliver extraordinary customer service to all GTC customers.
Greet all customers with enthusiasm.
Provide consultative service to travelers and travel arrangers throughout the booking process.
Complete all reservations in an accurate and timely manner.
Prioritize daily tasks to achieve timely completion of all travel arrangements including ticketing, invoicing, and accounting related to the same.
Handle most customer service issues directly with the appropriate vendor(s) with the goal of achieving the best resolution on behalf of and in the interest of customers and the company.
Serve as back up to Advisor Assist desk.
Support Paid Services on an ad hoc basis.
Assist with researching and correcting Agresso errors.
Assist with special projects as needed.
Requirements
Minimum five (5) years of experience as a full-time travel agent, booking domestic and foreign travel, using public and private carriers along with vendors in the Leisure World
Proficient native Sabre with 5+ years of experience to include knowledge of GDS formats, short cuts, enhancements, pricing, ticketing and exchanges.
Second GDS experience of Worldspan or Travelport is a plus
ClientBase knowledge a plus.
Ability to handle difficult situations with little or no guidance, knows when to escalate to a leader.
Good understanding of key GTC initiatives and employs good communication skills.
Flexible hours
Team player
Exceptional attention to detail
Pro-active customer service approach
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to work as part of a team
Thrive in a fast-paced environment and be able to handle multiple responsibilities
Benefits
choice of two medical plans and two dental plans
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
company-paid life insurance and AD&D
optional additional life insurance and AD&D
disability insurance
paid parental leave
paid time off
401k Plan with company match
discounted employee travel options
access to LinkedIn Learning webinars and courses
Discounted pet insurance and auto, home, & renters insurance
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