Website Local Foreigner
We are seeking an experienced contractor to join our team of Travel Operations Coordinators. The ideal candidate should possess meticulous attention to detail, adaptability, a knack for handling the unexpected with finesse, tech-savvy, and the capacity to multitask. Prior experience in the travel industry, especially with itinerary building and in GDS/Sabre is a plus or supporting travel operations at Expedia, American Express (AMEX), Chase or other similar roles is a plus.
COMPENSATION:
Training period (4-6 months): $5/hour + a monthly internet allowance
Post-training: $6/hour + a monthly internet allowance
WORK SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with work hours overlapping U.S. business operations. A typical schedule is 9 AM to 5 PM Eastern time but may change depending on the workload.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide administrative support to Local Foreigner travel advisors in planning client trips.
- Enter booking confirmations for invoicing.
- Assist in gathering and formatting hotel rates.
- Create, format, and update client travel documents, including itineraries, dining guides and activity guides.
- Enter key information into Salesforce database, such as client feedback, supplier contacts, hotel services, restaurants, and more.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and resourceful, with a strong commitment to accuracy, organization, and meeting deadlines.
- Tech-savvy, proficient in MS Office. Salesforce, Jira, and Confluence experience is a plus.
- Able to work independently with excellent written and verbal English Language communication skills.
- Quick-learning, with the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in the travel industry, especially understanding itinerary documents and industry processes. GDS/Sabre experience is a big plus. - Previous experience supporting travel operations at Expedia, American Express (AMEX), Chase or other similar roles is a plus.
Travel Operations Coordinator
Local Foreigner is a boutique consultancy specializing in high-end curated travel. From the bespoke to the basics, we guide our clients on everything from a weekend in Paris to an expedition to Patagonia. Our mission is to deliver the most personalized travel experience through caring service and a seamless planning process. The Local Foreigner brand represents a warm, worldly sophistication with curator’s keen attention detail, and we believe it is crucial for everyone behind the brand to represent these qualities.