The Corporate Travel Manager will be responsible to manage company travel programs and monitor the travel of our clients. A Corporate Travel Manager should book tickets, reconcile expenses and communicate with other members of the team as well as the travel agents.
Key Responsibilities
- Comes up with programs and policies for corporate travel.
- Ensures all the travel arrangements and operations are made like transport and lodging.
- Maintains a relationship with vendors and agencies.
- Negotiates rates and contracts with travel service providers.
- Manages credit card programs, charges, and reimbursements if any.
- Ensures that all programs comply with all travel procedures.
- Provides suggestions and advice on travel documents, import and export regulations, and insurance.
- Continuously works towards the improvement of travel programs.
Job Requirements/Qualifications:
- BA in Tourism or similar relevant role
- Any additional certification related to traveling and tourism will be considered as an advantage
- Excellent knowledge of domestic and international travel regulations and customs.
- Customer-centered mindset
- Good knowledge of MS Office and CTM/GDS solutions
- Ability to multitask
- Knowledge of T&E processing.
Skills needed for this role
The Corporate Travel Manager must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and must be critical-thinker and problem-solver. He/She must have good time-management skills and multitasking skills. Analytical attitude with an organized approach, exceptional negotiation skills and outstanding customer service abilities are also essential for this role.
Career Level
Managerial
Job Specializations
Travel, Tourism, Hospitality Management