Travel Desk Manager | Delhi | 5 days working

Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned professional to manage travel arrangements for the company - including documentation and formalities - pre- and post-travel.

Key Areas of work

• International and Domestic Air ticketing - with the support of a mix of online portals and vendors
• International and Domestic Hotel Booking - with the support of a mix of online portals and vendors
• Visa documentation

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to,

• Efficiently and cost effectively manage end to end travel arrangements for both international and domestic locations (i.e.,

○ accommodations,

○ booking flights, trains etc

○ hotels,

○ car rentals,

○ visa requests, other required relevant activities

• Negotiate and secure competitive rates, discounts, and special arranged for travel arrangements for travel.
• Establish and maintain relationships with travel agencies, airlines, hotels, and other travel service providers.
• Communicate with the person travelin constantly to keep them updated on details.
• Manage emergency changes/cancellations in a professional and calm manner.
• Update Management on travel expenses.
• Maintain travel reports & MIS.
• Monitor vendor performance and address any issues or concerns promptly. Manage and process all travel-related documentation, forms & formalities etc.
• Stay updated with travel management tools, online booking systems, and industry trends to leverage technology for effective travel management.

Candidate Profile

• 8-10 years of proven experience in both domestic and international travel domain.
• Should be independently handle travel booking without software like Amadeus, Galileo, Sabre etc.
• Should have knowledge of international travel regulations, forms & formalities, customs, currencies etc
• The incumbent should have good knowledge of domestic and international critical itineraries/routings (good geographical knowledge is critical)
• A degree in Hospitality, Travel, Tourism,
• Good command on English, written and spoken.
• Good time-management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Agile & adaptable individual -must be presentableStrong Business Development & Networking skills
• Market Research & the ability to self-motivate

Important

• Compensation - Per industry standards
• 5 days working Monday to Friday
• Role type Full time/regular/Permanent
• Job Type Work from office - regular office hours.
• Location Okhla phase III, New Delhi
• Individual Contributor role
• Selection process - Shortlisted candidate will be required to come to the HO in Delhi for the interview on a working day.
• Association with a brand with nearly 4 decades of roots
• Preference will be given to the immediate joiner

About EIG

Established in 1987, the Exhibitions India Group (EIG) is a leading trade promotion organisation that acts as an interface between government, industry, media, academia, etc. The Group creates opportunities for trade promotion, networking, encouraging investments, joint ventures and technology transfers through the platform of international exhibitions and conferences.

EIG has organised over 100 international trade shows since inception, including the creation of some of the longest running and most impactful exhibitions in India. EIG also represents 100+ exhibitions worldwide in various industry segments, and facilitates Indian Exporters to participate in overseas exhibitions.