Travel Sales Specialist 1

Careerbuilder - Huntersville, NC

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END DATE February 11, 2012

Job Summary

Company
Careerbuilder Careerbuilder
Location

Huntersville, NC, US

Job Type
Regular
Job Classification
not provided
Experience
not provided
Education
not provided
Company Ref #
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AJE Ref #
555462089
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Job Description

There's So Much More to AAA Than Roadside Service!


AAA also offers amazing vacation travel assistance!


We are currently seeking experienced and entry-level Travel Agents that will build relationships and assist our clients with planning their vacation travel.


From Bombay to Boston, Sydney to Seattle, come and work in an environment where the exciting world of travel allows you to make money and your clients' dreams come true!


Whether you are an experienced agent or someone who is a sales-minded people person, at AAA Carolinas, you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in a positive, thrilling, fun and glamorous environment that you can be passionate about and build a successful career in for years to come!


Why settle for a boring job with an unstable company or in an industry that doesn't excite you?


You can have it all as a Leisure Travel Agent at AAA Carolinas!�


Responsibilities:



-Assisting clients with travel needs (via walk-ins, inbound phone inquiries and outbound sales calls to existing and former AAA clients)

-Understanding the client's wishes, needs and requirements and making appropriate travel recommendations

-Building relationships with clients and getting referrals for future business

-Booking domestic and international travel arrangements-from airline tickets to full vacation packages

-Providing excellent customer service and follow-up

Requirements

This position involves heavy customer interaction and therefore requires a dedication to superior customer service.�


In addition, we seek the following background/skills:


Experienced Travel Agents:



-Proven track record as a Travel Agent� and well-developed client base

-Strong knowledge of offerings at and reputation of hotels, airlines, cruise ships, etc. to make best recommendations

-Passion for industry and positive, outgoing demeanor

Requirements:
Job Requirements:


This position involves heavy customer interaction and therefore requires a dedication to superior customer service.�


In addition, we seek the following background/skills:


Experienced Travel Agents:



-Proven track record as a Travel Agent� and well-developed client base

-Strong knowledge of offerings at and reputation of hotels, airlines, cruise ships, etc. to make best recommendations

-Passion for industry and positive, outgoing demeanor


� Our Benefits Are What You Would Expect From AAA!


At AAA, we know that the way we set ourselves apart from everyone else comes down to the people who make up our family of companies.� That's why we take care of our employees by providing exceptional compensation and benefits to support a healthy, happy lifestyle!


Our Program Includes:



-Health/Prescription Drug Insurance Plan-Major medical plan (85/15) with $10 co-pay for generic medications.

-Dental Insurance-Full dental plan with 100% coverage for preventative services.

-Vision-Network plan offers access to exams and materials for $10 co-pay.

-401(k) Retirement Savings Plan-Eligible the 1st of the month following hire date. Company matches 50% up to first 6% of salary.

-Life Insurance-Company paid benefitequivalent to one times salary (min $25,000/max $200,000).Option to increase coverage


Additional Benefits:



-Training and unlimited opportunities for professional growth Flexible Medical & Dependant Care Spending Account (FSA)

-Wellness Program

-Dependent Life Insurance

-Voluntary Insurance

-Employee Assistance Program

-Free Basic AAA Membership


Apply today and join the club...the AAA family of employees!

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