High competency in CAT 35 ITX fares, preferably gained within a tour operator or airline ticketing environment
Expert knowledge of Galileo GDS
Strong communication skills to relay complex information concisely and effectively, both verbally and by written channels
High attention to detail
Methodical approach to getting through workload
Motivated to reduce errors and improve process efficiencies
Conversant with all aspects of IATA ticketing rules under UK BSP.
Ticket responsibilities
All processes involving airline tickets.
Issue CAT35/25, manual fare builds, allocation and group fares (very minimal volume)
Ensure any group and allocation contracts with airlines are diarized for names/balance and ticket issue, and processing refund EMDs for group deposits.
Deal with re-issues, refunds and re validations
MCO/EMD/(V)MPD to pay for deposits, seat reservations, excess baggage and similar where relevant.
Maintaining an accurate representation of all ticketing activity within the in house system.
Ensure that the company ticketing policies are adhered to Monitor and action GDS queues
Monitor schedule changes/cancellations and update as necessary the in-house systems.
Communicating as needed around the business.
Business Support responsibilities
As a member of the team of in-house GDS experts, provide a help desk function to the Sales, Sales Operations and Customer Services teams with fare calculation for upgrades and complex itineraries as and when requested.
Optimizing potential profit in bookings, advising and correcting bookings as required whilst ensuring pre allocated seating, meals and other OSI/SSR requests are not affected. Ensure a detailed log of savings made is maintained (template provided).