Destination Sport Travel is Hiring a Travel Manager - Atlanta, Georgia Near Atlanta, GA
Travel Manager Destination Sport Travel This is a hybrid role based in our Atlanta, Georgia office with flexibility for homeworking, so you must live within a commutable distance.Sitting under the Destination Sport Group, our Travel Managers work alongside our Team Travel Managers to assist professional sports teams with all their travel requirements. Our attention to detail ensures all aspects of the teams travel are meticulously planned and booked. Our clients benefit by being looked after by individuals that have worked alongside various professional sports clubs for many years. They bring learnings achieved whilst working with one club to resolve a problem that may adversely affect another. We say with confidence that there are not many scenarios that at least one of the team has not come against in the past.From complex movement schedules on a multi destination pre/post season tour, to world tournaments and mid-season training camps, we’re on hand throughout to ensure all are delivered to the highest standards. No two days are the same in this exciting role, but as our new Travel Manager you will:
Manage all team travel both in the US and overseas for allocated teams
Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers on behalf of allocated teams
Manage day to day relationships with assigned teams, identifying opportunities to increase revenue
Raise invoices promptly
Protect business cashflow
Oversee team operations in person and / or remotely as required
Accurately process data to ensure compliance with data security standards
Help and support in minimising or eradicating the harm our business operations inevitably inflicts on the environment
Input data into internal systems and maintaining accuracy through completion dates
Ensure responsive communication (follow up & follow through) with colleagues, clients and suppliers
Support colleagues & wider team as / when required
Travel in the US and oversees as/when required
To be successful in this role we are looking for a motivated individual who
Has the ability to work to tight deadlines while managing a large number of tasks simultaneously
Is proactive, flexible, and adaptable
Has the ability to keep calm & ensure accuracy while following complex instructions
Is solutions orientated with a strong work ethic & can do attitude
Has exceptional communication skills both verbal and written
Has the ability to manage changing priorities & adjust workflow accordingly
Has the ability to think logically and consider all relevant aspects with strong analytical skills
Has a high level of accountability & takes ownership of tasks
Has the ability to work both collaboratively & independently
Is computer literate with experience of Microsoft office
Has excellent customer service skills
Must be able to travel in the US and overseas
Having experience working with professional sports teams and/or the travel industry would be highly advantageous
A willingness to work untraditional business hours, which may include after-hours and/or weekends is essential for this role
So, if this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for then please get in touch, we’d love to hear from you!