Flights and Tour Reservations Manager

My client, a respected and vibrant tour-operator in the North East, is seeking a Flight and Tour Reservations Manager to manage their friendly reservations team.

As a Flights and Tour Reservations Manager you will undertake an array of tasks and responsibilities:

* Ensure that all IATA regulations are adhered to
* Liaison with schedule airlines
* Loading of scheduled flight IT contracts
* To adhere to all ticketing procedures laid down by the airline contracts
* Oversee the booking of scheduled flights for other parts of the business. .
* Oversee the reservation process for the Tour operation.
* Produce and distribute all relevant customer documentation
* Oversee the Billing Settlement Plan
* Ensure accurate computerised and manual records are kept
* Produce relevant Reports and Management Information
* Problem solve all general operational issues.
* Supervise lead and develop the team
* Manage staffing rosters and manpower planning
* Ensure Key Performance indicators are met
* Support the Tour Operations GM with ongoing product development.


Flights and Tour Reservations Manager remuneration package:

* £18,000 - £20,000c plus bonus
* Fantastic travel benefits
* 20 days holiday entitlement
* Excellent training

Flights and Tour Reservations Manager skill attributes:

* An excellent knowledge of schedule flying/IATA regulations and BSP
* A knowledge of BSP would be and advantage
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
* Experience of managing/supervising a team
* Process oriented with perfect attention to detail
* Methodical with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively
* A proven ability to work to deadlines
* To be a strong decision maker and effective leader
* An ability to solve problems
* Able to coach, train, develop and motivate a team
* Passionate about customer service
* AMADEUS and B.A. Level 1&2 or equivalent is essential


For a fully confidential discussion on this Flights and Tour Reservations Manager job, please contact Phil on 0207 923 6438.

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