Groups Support Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - Goway Travel Limited

Goway Travel Limited

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

GROUPS SUPPORT COORDINATOR:

Job Type:
Full Time

Reporting To:
Groups Manager and Team Lead

COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Since 1970,

Goway Travel Ltd. has been providing unforgettable travel experiences for travelers from all walks of life. We are North America's leading travel provider to the South Pacific, Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe and North America. We offer a wide choice of travel ideas to more than 100 + countries, ranging from fully independent traveling, to escorted tours and customized groups. We have a global presence with our head office in Toronto and branches in Vancouver, Los Angeles, Manila and Sydney.

DEPARTMENT/ DIVISION DESCRIPTION

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES FOR GROUPS SUPPORT COORDINATOR

Converting quotes to bookings (includes preparation of invoice and passenger information form)
Processing of incoming payments via online payment site
Request payment refunds
Pay airline deposits as required
Requesting supplier payments and ensuring the supplier is provided with confirmation of payment
Tracking all payments paid to airline/supplier on file on profit summary
Quote insurance for US Residents
Requesting group air ticketing with Goway ticketing team
Handling and finalizing bookings for group specialists (includes formatting of itinerary, etickets, preparing rooming list, supplier contact & tip sheet)
Printing/packaging of documents to be couriered to client (Hard doc requests)
Preparation of profit summary for each group that travels
Request agent commission/overpayments
Aid and troubleshoot when asked by team members.
Use local booking systems, and Amadeus to confirm bookings and generate documentation for booking agent.
Assist with airline bookings and quotes if needed
Book deviations for the group as required
Assist with HOL Operations and Documents as required

In the absence of a Group Specialist the Group Assistant will be responsible for the following:

Ensure that all groups that absent agent is handling are taken care of and are looked after
Action any requests made by subagent in a timely and efficient manner
Ensure that all contract, payment and cancellation deadlines are met
Troubleshoot and aid subagents as necessary.
Update all applicable spreadsheets
Communicate with booking agent/direct client

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

High school diploma and successful completion of a Travel & Tourism diploma
Ability to handle multiple tasks and conflicting deadlines and willingly take on new tasks as deemed necessary by manager and/or group coordinator
Strong interpersonal, communication and time management skills
A strong team player and must be detail oriented with sense of urgency
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and basic knowledge of Amadeus
Strong writing/grammatical skills and knowledge of Goway's product/destinations