Travel Sales Advisor

AAA Mountain West Group • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a AAA Travel Counselor, you will be responsible for providing exceptional travel sales and support experiences to our Members. This is a full-time, onsite, 5-day a week position at the AAA Phoenix branch on 7th Street.

Requirements

• Basic computer (e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook, etc.) and industry specific applications (e.g., Galileo, VAX, etc.) and telephone skills.
• GDS experience required (Apollo/Galileo/Travelport).
• Knowledge of travel products and worldwide geography, the ability to read and interpret maps and brochures.
• Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to listen to members’ needs.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of recent experience selling international and domestic travel services (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.
• Travel Institute certification as “CTA, CTC, or CTIE” (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Sells International & Domestic vacation packages, cruises, tours, hotel, car rental, rail and air travel.
• Researches, evaluates and compares appropriate AAA Travel Partner packages to match up with member needs for the purpose of “delivering exceptional member experiences” in every transaction.
• Stays current with world events and latest travel industry developments and trends, and provides relevant information to members.
• Processes and interprets travel documents for members purchasing travel products with AAA and inform them of governmental requirements.
• Initiates contact with members and past customers to prospect for new business and encourages repeat business.
• Cross-sells products and services (e.g., insurance (P&C, Life), new membership accounts, etc.).

Benefits

• Great Pay - opportunity to participate in AAA discretionary annual incentive plan or other incentive plans depending upon position
• 401k Matching – $1 for $1 company match up to 6% of eligible earnings per pay period
• Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, wellness program and more!
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off – Team Members accrue paid time off monthly. Depending on position, an additional 24 hours per year are earmarked for volunteer activities.
• Collaborative Environment – AAA will value your contribution to providing exceptional service to our members
• Free AAA Classic Membership
• AAA Product Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees