Operations Manager - Cypress, United States - The Travel Corporation (TTC)

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ABOUT US
We are driven by service through PASSION, PEOPLE & PURPOSE. A Family of Brands making travel matter for over 100 years.

The Travel Corporation is made up of a team of individuals with a shared goal of delivering exceptional travel experiences that make a positive difference.

We're leading the way in responsible travel, unique rich local experiences, and are dedicated to making sure travel is easy and enjoyable.

We're seeking new talent to elevate our team and can't wait to hear from you.


HOW YOU'LL WORK
We're energized by all the opportunities of the new world and are proud of our inspiring global workplaces. We look to inspire teamwork, collaboration, and passion for creativity.

We offer a flexible work environment - in person in exciting offices and virtually with leading technology.

Working together across markets, teams, and disciplines ensures everyone has a voice and everyone is part of our industry-leading brands.

Irrespective of where you are, we cultivate environments where everyone contributes, and everyone flourishes.


PERKS

• After your first year, you get an annual travel credit of $1,250 to travel on any one of our core travel brands.
• You also get 2 weeks a year where you can work from anywhere in the world, your choice.
• To grow we offer a global training calendar, with a mix of virtual, inperson, and elearning courses. Plus, we give $3,000 per year to support external learning and development courses that interest you and drive your passion.
• Giving back we give you two paid work days each year to volunteer to make a difference in causes that are close to your heart too. We believe that travel is a privilege, but with that privilege comes the responsibility; to ensure we have a positive impact on the places we go, the people we meet, and the wildlife we enjoy. We ensure that travel is a force for good and that we MAKE TRAVEL MATTER.

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Requirements:


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for pretrip briefing & postdebriefing of Trip Managers (i.e. changes and or updates, posttrip accounting, discuss any onroad or product issues for escalation to Contracting or the Operations Director).
• Approval of weekly timesheets, expected hours of work templates for designated tour series, TM expense reports
• Assist in the areas of recruiting & hiring. Facilitate training, performance evaluations, and P&C administration of new and existing Trip Managers. This includes but is not limited to, startofseason brand training, inseason coaching, and coordination of upskilling (shadowing) for existing TMs.
• Manage, analyze, and improve workflows to ensure deadlines for operations season are met in preparation for peak operating season and within the overall Tour Operators Business Cycle.
• Monitor and support all Quality Improvement efforts. This includes monitoring all aspects of the internal eCTQ survey process and Salesforce about NPS and supplier feedback. Work in conjunction with Contracting, Operations Director, and Operations Admin Teams to ensure trip components are meeting brand quality and service delivery standards.
• Manage the administration of Trip Timings (technical itineraries), Global Airtable & Guest Docs on an ongoing basis. Ensure the completion and accuracy of itineraries in line with brochure itineraries (both online and Guest Docs) for accurate and effective delivery of the products and services.
• Assist the Operations Director with Product Development for new and existing trip programs based on client feedback and Trip Manager feedback.
• Resolve operational issues with diplomacy and tact to achieve objectives and meet company standards for service excellence. Approach situations with a Team Player mentality to ensure the best outcome for both the company and the individuals involved.
• Be oncall to work with TMs and handle emergencies that may occur during trip operations. (Rotational)
• An active member of the TTC Tour Brands & Contiki Incident Response team

COMPETENCIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Proactive, strategic mentality with the ability to communicate well and motivate others required. Ability to communicate with all levels of staff required.
• Vision correctable to 20/20 with reasonable accommodation required. Ability to look at a computer monitor for extended periods required.
• Able to sit for long periods and to use a computer, mouse, and keyboard is required. Able to lift 20 lbs with reasonable accommodation preferred.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills are required. Ability to accommodate a variable work schedule (occasional nights, weekends, and a high degree of travel) required.

EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of professional experience, in a fastpaced operational environment, client services, partnership management, and product management required. Travelrelated experience is required, specifically with an operational background.
• On-Road experi