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Tour Operator Operations Technician

Hybrid in Palma·Full-time·Added 4 days ago

El Corte Ingles

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Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    El Corte Ingles doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Palma for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We offer a range of social benefits that will contribute to your well-being.

- Exclusive discounts and financing options.

- Life insurance.

- Corporate University.

- Ongoing training for professional development.

- Study aid for employees' children.

- Own medical service.

- Flexible compensation plan.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Proactive, resourceful person with experience in the tourism sector, preferably in a tour operator.

  • Proficiency in booking systems (Amadeus or proprietary tools).
  • Knowledge of tourist destinations, suppliers, and tour operation processes.
  • Excel and office tools.
  • Organizational and planning skills.
  • Customer and results orientation.
  • Problem-solving and incident management.
  • Teamwork and cross-functional coordination capacity.

Nice to have

Regarding computer programs, proficiency in Amadeus is required. We value having knowledge of Sabre or Galileo, as well as general knowledge in managing air, train, ferry, car, and hotel suppliers, etc.

Languages

High proficiency in English and Spanish is essential.

Main duties and requirements.

The role

The project awaiting you.

Manage and coordinate the daily operations of the trips marketed by the tour operator, ensuring the correct contracting, booking, confirmation, and provision of tourism services. You will be responsible for guaranteeing the quality of the service offered, the satisfaction of collaborating agencies and end customers, as well as the profitability and correct execution of assigned files, ensuring compliance with the operational standards established by the company.

We are looking for a TO Operations Technician for managing customer bookings prior to the trip and at the destination.

What you'll do

The main functions to be developed will be:

- End customer / agency customer service and contact with suppliers.

- Intermediation with hotel chains, airlines, and other suppliers that typically compose Tour Operation packages.

- Management and processing of booked service reservations, whether by confirmation of services or services that have not yet been confirmed.

- 24/7 emergency department service to provide support to customers/agencies with incidents at the destination, pre-trip, regarding any vacation package booked, including both dynamic packages as well as large trips and traditional tour operation.

- Pre- and post-sale management of bookings.

As well as other duties inherent to the position.

Customer service and ease in telephone communication.

  • Process and manage reservations for accommodation, transport, excursions, and other tourism services.
  • Enter, modify, and update files in corporate booking systems.
  • Verify availability, allotments, sales closures, and contracting conditions.
  • Confirm services with national and international suppliers.
  • Coordinate all services included in the trip before departure.
  • Review documentation, vouchers, passenger lists, and contracted services.
  • Guarantee that operations develop according to the established schedule.
  • Perform follow-up on files from confirmation until the customer's return.
  • Advise retail agencies on availability, product, and commercial conditions.
  • Resolve inquiries regarding bookings, modifications, and cancellations.
  • Act as a liaison between the agency, the supplier, and the company's internal areas.
  • Resolve incidents before, during, and after the trip.
  • Coordinate solutions for cancellations, schedule changes, overbookings, or problems with suppliers.
  • Escalate critical situations when necessary to minimize the impact on the customer.
  • Work jointly with the Product, Contracting, Commercial, Transport, and Administration teams.
  • Guarantee fluid communication between the different areas involved in the execution of the trip.
  • Collaborate in the implementation of operational changes and process improvements.
  • Supervise costs and margins of the managed files.
  • Review supplier invoices and administrative documentation.
  • Support the settlement and closing of trips.
  • Analyze economic and operational deviations.
  • Check the correct provision of contracted services.
  • Collect feedback from customers and agencies.
  • Detect opportunities for improvement in procedures and tools.
  • Contribute to increasing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

About El Corte Ingles

El Corte Inglés is Spain's largest department store group and one of the country's most iconic retail companies. Founded in 1940, it operates a vast network of department stores, hypermarkets (Hipercor), supermarkets (Supercor), and an extensive online retail platform. The company also has significant operations in travel agencies, insurance, and financial services, employing tens of thousands of people across Spain and internationally.

With its headquarters in Madrid, El Corte Inglés has a strong presence throughout Spain, with stores and offices in nearly every major city. The company is known for its traditional, customer-centric retail culture and offers a wide range of roles, from sales and logistics to technology, data analysis, and corporate functions. For international professionals, El Corte Inglés provides opportunities to work in a major Spanish company, though Spanish language proficiency is typically essential for most positions.

Industry
Retail
Founded
1940
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and 17 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • El Corte Inglés is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and is a Spanish-founded company.
  • The company operates across all major Spanish cities, offering opportunities in retail, logistics, and corporate roles.
  • Spanish language proficiency is generally required for most positions, especially customer-facing roles.
  • The company offers a wide range of roles, from sales and operations to technology and data analytics, suitable for various professional backgrounds.
  • As a large, established employer, El Corte Inglés provides stable employment and opportunities for internal mobility.

In their own words

About the company & team

Are you looking to develop your talent and find a place where your effort is recognized? We offer a dynamic, close-knit environment with a future. Here, every day is a new opportunity to learn, grow, and shine. Imagine being part of a diverse team where evolution and customer service are our priority. At El Corte Inglés, our work is a shared passion.

At El Corte Inglés Travel Group, we offer experiences tailored to each client, operating with an open, international vision and deep knowledge of every market and each of our business lines. Our commitment to innovation and technology allows us to focus on what truly matters: accompanying each client on their next experience.

If you are looking for a dynamic environment with global impact, where innovation combines with a passion for travel and events, this is the place for you!

Additional information

If this position interests you, we invite you to apply, as your experience could be very valuable to us. In our company, all people are welcome.

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