As a Business Travel Manager, you will be overseeing and be responsible for the whole of the Business Travel department at the independent and service driven travel firm. The succesfuly applicant will take on key Travel manager duties including account management, staff training and performance management, and have good financial acumen and strong technology skills.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct and maintain supplier negotiations to benefit clients and the company alike
• Client liaison and resolution of complaints, travel policy changes, SLA’s and to ensure clients expectations are excelled at all times
• Research, implement and train staff in all areas of technology
• Promote and market the company at all given opportunities to maximise potential new business and brand awareness
• Be aware of changes within the travel industry, attend meetings and conferences and be the main contact for clients and suppliers
• Strong understanding of travel operations, suppliers, and systems.
• Carry out travel reservations on behalf of clients
• Ensure quality control is maintained at all times by the department
• Conduct staff meetings, appraisals and interviews, and maintain continuous staff development to meet IIP standards
• Suggest, implement and maximize all avenues of earnings for the company to increase profitability
• Demonstrate “switch selling” to suppliers which provide the highest commission levels

Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent administrative and time management skills
• Excellent communication ability including written and oral presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong PC knowledge including related PowerPoint/Excel/Word/Email skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and to influence both internally and externally
• The ability to multitask and prioritise workflow
• Perform well under pressure and meet required deadlines
• Strong project management skills, and ability to manage multiple projects
• Operate at a strategic level
• Sabre GDS knowledge highly desired.

If you feel that you could be the right fit to lead this Business Travel department then apply now using the link, or send your CV directly to alex@candm.co.uk

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C&M Travel Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. For more opportunities, please visit www.candm.co.uk