Senior Fit Consultant/Senior Inbound Travel Consultant

Our client is a well-established South African inbound tour operator. They are currently looking for an experienced Senior Inbound Sales Consultant/Groups FIT Consultant to join their growing team, The position is within their USA & Australasia Division. Responsibilities/Duties (not limited to): Having a passion for the travel industry Experience with working with overseas tour operators All-rounder, with experience in FIT and ad hoc group quoting Attention to detail Specialist advice on destination to agents Apply strong sales techniques to convert potential business Quoting of itineraries and related services Issue of travel-related documents and invoices Handling of an after-hours phone on a rotational basis Ability to work on Microsoft Word Ability to professionally, communicate via e-mail as well as telephonically A solid geographic knowledge of travel products across Southern Africa Figures orientated A creative edge A good comprehension of protocol involved with senior management of corporate customers Engaging with a myriad of Southern African suppliers to ensure you secure the best product/service coupled with the best possible price Strong negotiating skills with both suppliers and clients Must be able to multitask between current & new quotes Requirements : A Minimum of 5 years of inbound tour consulting experience required Matric Related tertiary qualification (advantageous) Excellent verbal and written English Experience with MS Office Well presented and team player Excellent knowledge of South African geography and Service providers Previous experience working with USA/Australasia agents