ISCO Occupation Group 1439.6 Travel Agency Manager

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Travel Agency Manager: Travel agency managers are in charge of managing employees and activities of a travel agency. They organise, advertise and sell tourist offers and travel deals for specific regions.

Essential Skills

  • Seek Innovation In Current Practices
  • Oversee Travel Arrangements
  • Recruit Employees
  • Implement Strategic Planning
  • Monitor Financial Accounts
  • Use Global Distribution System
  • Tourist Resources Of A Destination For Further Development
  • Maximise Sales Revenues
  • Geographical Areas Relevant To Tourism
  • Coordinate Operational Activities
  • Set Up Pricing Strategies
  • Implement Sales Strategies
  • Create Annual Marketing Budget
  • Negotiate Supplier Arrangements
  • Conduct Search Engine Optimisation
  • Manage Budgets
  • Measure Customer Feedback
  • Comply With Food Safety And Hygiene
  • Maintain Relationship With Suppliers
  • Motivate Staff To Reach Sales Targets
  • Supervise Crew
  • Build A Network Of Contacts With Suppliers Of Tourist Services
  • Apply Strategic Thinking
  • Handle Customer Complaints
  • Perform Market Research
  • Prepare Travel Packages
  • Implement Marketing Strategies
  • Plan Digital Marketing
  • Manage Staff
  • Identify Customer'S Needs


Optional Skills

  • Perform Services In A Flexible Manner
  • Train Employees
  • Build Business Relationships
  • Participate In Tourism Events
  • Develop Working Procedures
  • Manage Distribution Channels
  • Manage Online Content


Alternative Names

  • Tourism Sales Manager
  • Travel Sales Manager
  • Travel Call Centre Manager
  • Tourism Agency Manager


Higher Level