Senior Business Travel Consultant - GDS

Perk•Chicago, IL

23d•$61,000 - $72,000•Remote

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Senior Business Travel Consultant passionate about people and about making an impact. Our Customer Care team is one of the foundations of our company's success and growth. We hire empathetic people who understand what we are trying to achieve: Make business travellers happy! Are you a problem solver and an empathetic professional driven by customer experience? Are you tired of companies that take their customers for granted? Ready to go the extra mile to help us grow by changing the way organisations book and manage their business travel? As a Senior Business Travel Consultant, you will work with B2B customers and be part of a strategic team at Perk. You will have a direct impact on our growth and customer retention. You will act proactively and address our clients’ needs at any stage of their travels, ensuring high customer satisfaction and maintaining relationships at a 7-Star satisfaction standard.

Requirements

Possess expert knowledge of Amadeus/Sabre or similar GDS system, including reissuing (manual & automated) tickets autonomously
Are proficient in air fares and ticketing
Have great communication skills, fluency in English, both written and spoken is essential.
Are familiar with North American business culture and customer expectations.
Have previous experience as a Business Travel Consultant.
Are well-organized, and capable of working to tight deadlines under pressure.
Exhibit a positive and professional telephone manner, with confidence in interacting with clients and suppliers.
Are proactive in resolving customer queries and complaints, using their initiative to overcome problems.
Are flexible and willing to complete various tasks as needed, supporting the team and contributing to overall success.
Maintain a professional and positive attitude when dealing with suppliers, customers, and colleagues.
Motivate and encourage the well-being of the team, displaying a positive attitude at all times.
Independent and autonomous. You don’t need hand-holding to get things done
Good prioritisation and focus skills
Empathy - understand what our customers need
Smart, fast learner and tech-savvy
Flexible and able to adapt to constant changes with a positive mindset
You are open to receiving and giving constructive feedback
You want to learn - we have a 7-Star management team to mentor you!
Honest, open and trustworthy: your peers and managers can trust you.
You are a team player, don’t play political games, and care more about the team’s success than about your own career gains
Focused and determined: You don’t let yourself be distracted. You can focus on accomplishing big wins and don’t get lost in less important ideas that are floating around
You LOVE travel!

Responsibilities

Provide first-class, 7-star service to business travelers, managing travel bookings, amendments, and cancellations efficiently.
Arrange travel (domestic and international) for the NAM team’s most strategic customers; including flights, car rentals, and hotels.
Work independently, using your initiative to handle client inquiries and provide solutions without supervision.
Communicate with clients via live chat, telephone, and email, ensuring all interactions are professional, friendly, and accurate.
Undertake travel reservations and amendments for Perk customers, prioritizing customer service and booking accuracy.
Proactively maintain and develop client relationships, offering support throughout the entire travel process.
Provide suitable travel options and suggestions to meet client requirements.
Ensure all service level agreements are met and actively maintain the GDS queues.
Mentor and support junior team members, assisting with their queries and quality-checking their work as needed.
Support the Team Leader and collaborate with colleagues to maintain a high level of service.

Benefits

Receive competitive compensation
Rest and recharge with our generous allocation of 20 vacation days and 12 public holidays
Enjoy the flexibility of three medical plans to choose from, with company contributions and an HSA when enrolling in an HDHP medical plan
Take control of your physical health with additional comprehensive benefit plans, covering dental, vision and Wellhub’s gym subscription from your start date
Rest assured that you’re covered by life and disability policies from your start date, with options to add extra protection through voluntary buy-up plans
Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
Care for your furry friends through partner discounts on pet insurance
Join our unforgettable Perk events
Always feel supported with Spring Health, our market-leading wellbeing partner, providing fast, comprehensive access to 12x therapy and 12x coaching sessions for you and your loved ones
Focus on your family with 12-16 weeks’ paid parental leave
Let us help you move to one of our hubs with relocation support