Travel Executive

About the Role

Kermis Events is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented Travel Desk Executive to manage flight bookings, hotel reservations, itineraries, and end-to-end travel coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Flight Bookings: Handle domestic and international flight searches, fare comparisons, reservations, and ticket bookings.
• Hotel Reservations: Source hotels, obtain quotations, compare rates, and coordinate room bookings.
• RFQs & Quotations: Prepare and send Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to hotels, airlines, and travel suppliers, and follow up on proposals.
• Travel Itineraries: Create detailed travel itineraries, schedules, and booking confirmations for corporate travelers and groups.
• Ticketing Support: Manage ticket modifications, rescheduling, cancellations, refunds, and web check-ins.
• Travel Coordination: Coordinate airport transfers, ground transportation, and other travel arrangements.
• Vendor Coordination: Liaise with airlines, hotels, and travel partners for competitive rates and timely confirmations.
• Documentation & Tracking: Maintain accurate passenger details, booking records, travel trackers, confirmations, and invoices.
• Client Servicing: Coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure smooth and timely travel arrangements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Minimum 6 months of experience in travel bookings, travel agencies, travel desk operations, hospitality, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of domestic and international flight and hotel bookings.
• Comfortable using airline websites, hotel booking platforms, and online travel portals.
• Good proficiency in MS Excel, email communication, and internet research.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving approach.

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline.

Candidates with experience in travel agencies, hotel reservations, corporate travel desks, tour operations, or MICE are encouraged to apply.