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Europcar appointment EUROPCAR has named RossGallagher as its new InboundSales Manager for Australia. His career includes roles withSouth Sea Cruises in Fiji as well asat STA Travel - more industryappointments on page five.
Finnair to Hanoi FINNAIR is continuing itsstrategic focus on Asia, with theannouncement overnight of anew direct route betweenHelsinki and Hanoi. The seasonal service willoperate from 14 Jun to 27 Oct,with Hanoi becoming AY’s twelfthAsian gateway to Europe. “This is a confirming step in ouroverall strategy to double ourEurope to Asia revenue by 2020,”said Finnair country manager forAustralia, NZ and New Caledonia.
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THE Star Alliance will welcomeChinese carrier Shenzhen Airlinesto its ranks at a Joining Ceremonyat Shenzhen Airport later today. Shenzhen Airlines is China’sfifth largest airline, and asubsidiary of Star Alliance’s fullyintegrated member of five years,Air China, which is sponsoringZH’s accession. Its main hubs are located inShenzhen (accessed by ferry,train or road from Hong Kong)and Guangzhou, and it operatesover 2,000 flights per week acrossChina with a fleet of more than120 narrow-body aircraft. The addition of ZH increases theairline alliance’s presence inmainland China and neighbouringcountries by five ports, includingJuzhou, Linyi, Qinhuangdao,Shijazhuang and Zhoushan. Securing Shenzhen Airlines ispart of Star Alliance’s long-termstrategy to grow its presence inthe Asia-Pacific region. See tomorrow’s Travel Daily forfurther info on ZH’s integrationinto the Star Alliance.
QR 787 RSVPs QATAR Airways has advised thatthe email address to register fornext Wed’s Perth QR 787 agenttraining session (TD yesterday) [email protected].
THE Australian Tourism ExportCouncil today announced a majornew partnership with NationalAustralia Bank, which includesthe availability of merchantfacilities equipped with ChinaUnionPay functionality. The move will allowparticipating Australian tourismbusinesses to accept paymentsfrom China UnionPay cardholders,which is a key driver of spendingby inbound travellers from China. Under the NAB deal ATECmembers will also have access toa range of bank products andservices tailored for the industry,as well as information sessions onhow to become “China ready”. “With over 500,000 Chinesevisitors to Australia each year,businesses are looking for ways tocapitalise on this growing market,which is predicted to increase byanother 300,000 by 2020,” said
ATEC md Felicia Mariani. She said that many Chinesetravellers rank shopping as amust-do activity when goingoverseas, and “UnionPay givesthese visitors the confidence toeasily and securely access theirspending money back home”. Currently NAB is the onlyAustralian bank which can acceptChina UnionPay cards on mostEFTPOS and ATM terminals acrossthe country. MEANWHILE ATEC also todayannounced a new WORKS.TVtelevision, mobile and tablet“hospitality and tourism career”channel which highlights thelifestyle and workplace rewardsoffered by working in the industry.
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QF tackling Virgin structure QANTAS ceo Alan Joyceyesterday revealed that the carrierwas “talking to the relevantauthorities” about VirginAustralia’s foreign ownership,which currently stands at 65%. Speaking at a function inSydney, Joyce described thecreation of Virgin AustraliaInternational Holdings, which hasa separate board and remains
under the govt’s 49% internationalcarrier ownership cap, as a “legaltechnicality” which has enabledVirgin to effectively lift the stakesheld by overseas interests such asEtihad, Air NZ & Richard Branson. MEANWHILE Joyce also issued arobust defence of his move tosuspend QF’s $44m marketingsupport for Tourism Australia (TDyesterday), reiterating claims of aclear conflict of interest by TAchair Geoff Dixon who’s part of agroup agitating for a change instrategy at the airline. The QF ceo said that proposalsto float off parts of Jetstar andthe frequent flyer business werepremature, and would not helpbuild a stronger airline. There’s no sign of a resolutionto the impasse, with a hastilyconvened Tourism Australia boardmeeting last night resolving toback Dixon in his role as chair.
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New GC Hilton gm HILTON Surfers Paradise hasappointed Chris Partridge to therole of general manager, withfounding gm David Kelly headingto Beijing where he will take onthe role of Hilton regional generalmanager, North China.
Stayz allies with Wego FAIRFAX-owned holiday rentalwebsite Stayz has announced apartnership with travel meta-search operator Wego. Under the pact travellers will beable to browse Stayz propertiesand filter, share and book holidayrentals via a new tab atwego.com.au/holiday-rentals. The move is interesting giventhat Wego is partly owned byFairfax’s rival, News Limited. Wego chief marketing officer,Dean Wicks, said “the time forholiday rentals has come,” withWego also partnering in othermarkets with operators includingHomeAway, FlipKey, Travelmoband Marketing Villas.
TTV down 10% at Jetset Travelworld JETSET Travelworld Limitedyesterday revealed tough tradingconditions (TD breaking news),and confirmed that the ongoingreview of the business by BostonConsulting Group won’t befinalised until the first quarter ofnext year. Speaking at the company’sannual general meeting,chairman Tom Dery cited lowgrowth in the leisure market inAustralia “due largely to thedecline in average selling prices,”as well as the travails of the QBTtravel management business. He said that QBT had seen adecline in TTV due to a drop intrading volumes through theaccounts with the various govtagencies coverered by the Wholeof Australian Government deal.
“This reflects a reduction intravel expenditure by thegovernment agencies,” he said. Dery confirmed that first halfTTV would be down by about10% year on year, but this hadbeen “largely offset” by animprovement in margins and a9% reduction in costs. The company is expecting profitfor the six months to Dec to be inline with last year’s result, but tobe further impacted by the $2.4million cost of the Boston reviewand an $800,000 payout due tothe departure of former ceo PeterLacaze. The agm also approved thegranting of 1.45 million“performance rights” to thenewly appointed ceo Rob Gurneyto cover his $375,000 sign-onbonus and $300,000 long-termincentive for this year, as well asto chief operating officer and cfoElizabeth Gaines.
AIRCRAFT manufacturer Airbushas kicked off an aggressiveadvertising campaign whichaims to debunk claims made byrival Boeing. The move is a response to arecent Boeing campaign whichtouted the benefits of its 737MAX and 747-8 aircraft, sayingthey were cheaper for airlines tooperate than Airbus products. The creative artwork in theAirbus ads (below) asks “why isour competitor stretching thetruth” - complete with an imageof a 737 with a stretched nose,just like that of Disney characterPinocchio, whose nose grewevery time he told a lie. The Airbus ad also asserts thatBoeing’s planes are based ondesigns from the 1960s,finishing with the pithy quote“no wonder they’re sleepless inSeattle”.
GA boosts EY c’share GARUDA Indonesia hasexpanded its codeshare networkin partnership with Etihad, withtraffic rights being granted onseveral routes. According to GDS displays GA isnow sharing on Etihad flightsfrom Abu Dhabi to Athens, Paris,Moscow, Muscat and Milan. That’s on top of previouslylaunched codeshare routes toJakarta, London Heathrow andManchester.
Chongqing in town A DELEGATION from theChinese municipality ofChongqing will visit Australia nextweek to promote the destinationin partnership with its localrepresentative, Wendy Wu Tours. Chongqing is targeting a 20-30%increase on the 60,000 Australianswho last year visited the city,which is a key departure point forYangtze River cruises.
QANTAS ceo Alan Joyce is quiterealistic about his Irish accent -and in particular the way itmakes him say some numbers. At yesterday’s NationalAviation Press Club lunch (seep2) he urged Emirates to quicklyexpand its network of Europeandestinations. This would provide even moreoptions for Qantas passengers inthe event that the QF/EKalliance is approved by the ACCC- and would also mean that hedoesn’t have to keep saying“33” which in his Irish lilt comesout more like “turdy-tree”. Joyce told EK country managerBarry Brown he’s very muchlooking forward to EK offering40 ports in Europe.
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Contiki’s new Asian flavour CONTIKI yesterdayheld a function inSydney to launch its2013/14 Asiabrochure, featuring7 tours acrossVietnam, Thailand,Laos Cambodia andChina. MD Fiona Huntsaid demand was sostrong that most2013 departureswere alreadydefinite, including all Indochinatours such as the very popularnine-day Thai Island Hopper Westtrips. She told TD that Contiki enjoysa unique position in Asia,combining the popularity of smallgroup touring with Contiki’s well-known social experience. Contiki utilises local transportand smaller group sizes of around30, and the new program includeshigher quality hotels in Vietnam. It also incorporates the Contiki‘Backstage Pass’ concept whichgives special treatment and accessto unique tours and accom. Almost all properties used inthe Contiki Asia program offerfree internet access, which has astrong appeal for the company’syouth demographic, Hunt said. Contiki also offers travellers a
free ‘Shout’ smartphone appwhich brings together the photos,videos and updates of everyonetravelling on the same tour tobuild a strong community. Hunt is pictured above left witha herby Toni Ambler, who wasjust appointed Contiki’s Head ofMarketing in Australia.
Pullman Port Douglas ACCOR’S Pullman Hotels arenow Australia’s biggest five starhotel brand, after this week’srebranding of the former SeaTemple properties in Port Douglasand Palm Cove as Pullman SeaTemple Resort & Spa properties. Accor chief operating officer,Simon McGrath, said the TropicalNorth Queensland propertieswould benefit from being part ofthe now ten-strong Pullmanbrand, with the company aimingto grow the conference andincentive market into the regionas well as domestic andinternational leisure business.
Crystal’s crystal ball YESTERDAY Crystal Cruisesunveiled its plans for the firstquarter of 2015 - the earliest thatthe cruise line has ever revealedany of its upcoming itineraries. Diane Patrick, md of Crystal’slocal representative Wiltrans, saidit was a “very exciting time forthe company” which isresponding to strong demandwith the early release. 2015 will start with a 108-dayWorld Cruise sailing round-tripfrom Miami, taking in SouthAmerica, the South Pacific,Australia, NZ and Africa. Agents can also break theitinerary up into smaller segmentsfor their guests including: a 16-day Miami to Lima cruisedeparting 15 Jan 2015; a 19-dayLima to Auckland voyagedeparting 31 Jan; a 21-dayAuckland to Perth adventuredeparting 20 Feb; a Perth to CapeTown cruise departing 13 Mar; a15-day Cape Town to Rio deJaneiro voyage departing 03 Apr;and a 16-day Rio to Miami cruisedeparting 18 Apr. More information in today’sissue of Cruise Weekly and atwiltrans.com.au.
SIA’s suite redemption SINGAPORE Airlines is nowallowing frequent flyer membersof its KrisFlyer loyalty scheme toredeem points for the suiteproduct aboard its A380 flagships. The long-awaited move sees SQnow allowing KrisFlyer and PPSClub members redeem all awardtypes in all cabin classes acrossthe SIA network, with Suitescategorised together with FirstClass award levels. Other changes will see all SaverAwards now valid for one yearinstead of six months, with thecarrier also advising of anincrease in Standard and FullAward levels for First Class, whichwill also apply to the SingaporeAirlines Suites. Existing First Class award levelswill be honoured if booked up toyesterday and ticketed by 12 Dec.
Mexico for minors CHANGES to immigration lawsin Mexico mean that effectiveimmediately children aged 17 andunder travelling to or from Mexicounaccompanied or without aparent or guardian must submit anotarised document in Spanishauthorising the travel, along withtheir other documentation. Failure to comply may result indenied boarding and a fine.
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THIS week’s Industry Appointments column is brought to you byinPlace Recruitment. If you have just appointed someone to a newposition and would like to update the industry, send us an email [email protected].
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Sonya Lowry has been appointed to the Advisory Board of the GlobalBusiness Travel Association, tasked with boosting the GBTA’s presencein the energy and resources sector. Lowry manages a portfolio of over 300travellers, and brings experience with Marriott Hotels and Flight Centre.
After an extensive recruitment process, Bali’s Ayana Resort and Spa inJimberan has named Ed Linsley as the property’s new General Manager.
Luxury Fijian resort Laucala Island has appointed Kurt Wachtveitl as itsGlobal Advisor. Wachtveitl brings more than 40 years experience withthe Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to his new role.
Mohd Roslan Abdullah has been appointed to the role of Director atTourism Malaysia Australia, tasked with growing visitation to Malaysia.
Karen Conlon has joined Orient Express’ Trains and Cruises Collectionas its new Director of Sales for the Australian and New Zealand market.Conlon will oversee the development of all sales and marketing activityfor the group’s range of high-end rail & cruise experience operations.
Contiki has welcomed Toni Ambler as its new Head of Marketing. Amblerwill relocate to Australia for her new role, moving from the position ofGlobal Brand Manager for the company, which was based in London.
Tasked with driving the hotel’s MICE presence and to oversee the hotel’swedding, meeting and catering operation, Crowne Plaza Hunter Valleyhas promoted Allison Rosemond to the role of Meetings Director.
At its annual general meeting last week, Tourism Hunter named WillCreedon as its new chairman. On the company’s board, Creedon will workalongside fellow directors Tamara Young, David Nye & Simon Glover.
Noel Harvey has been appointed to the role of Independent Chairmanfor the Daylesford & Macedon Ranges Regional Tourism Board.
Rejoining the team at Pure Tasmania, Paula Catchpole will manage thePublic Relations & promotions program for the state tourism organisation.
Three new board members have been appointed following SunshineCoast Destination Ltd’s annual general meeting. Mark Skinner, FraserGreen and William Darby will join seven other directors and each bringconsiderable business acumen to help drive further growth to the region.
Tourism Tasmania has appointed John Fitzgerald as its new CEO, whomoves from a similar role with tourism bodies in the Northern Territory,Sunshine Coast & the Sustainable Tourism Cooperative Research Centre.
Filling newly created roles in the Marketing team, Deana Marrocco hasjoined Creative Holidays as its new Senior Head of Marketing, bringingmany years experience with some of Australia’s most recognised brandsand corporations. Also new to the team is Nicole Wyllie, who has beennamed to the position of Digital Marketing Manager.
Outrigger Twin Towns Resort on the NSW/Qld border has promotedLeah Matters to the position of General Manager.
Perth-based Traveltalk has named Jon Underwood as its new managingeditor, alongside Deborah Dickson-Smith, who assumes the title ofonline editor. Dickson-Smith takes the role held by Hayley Buellens,while Underwood moves from his previous position at Golf Vacations.
Fantasea Cruises has appointed Richard McKisack & Kandi Chang as itsSydney-based Sales & Marketing Team. Chang has been tasked with thedevelopment of the Asian Pacific market, while McKisack will build theDomestic and Western International market for the luxury charter firm.
Travelport kicks AS TRAVELPORT has signed a newagreement with Alaska Airlines,giving Apollo, Worldspan andGalileo users full access to ASpublished fares and schedules.
BA’s busy day
YESTERDAY BritishAirways hosted not onebut two functions,including an event atthe BA Cafe inconjunction withStarwood Hotels andResorts (right). At the Starwood/BAevent Suki Harrisonfrom TravelEdge wasthe lucky winner oftwo BA Club World business classreturn tickets from Sydney toSingapore and two nights at thenew W Sentosa Cove, Singapore. She’s pictured accepting herprize from Jamie Cassidy, area gmBritish Airways with AmandaFrack of Starwood Hotels andResorts and Neil Ager, regionalgm for British Airways. And above, a function later inthe day saw BA welcome keypartners to the SydneyObservatory marquee.
Pictured at top enjoying thehospitality are, from left: AFTAceo Jayson Westbury; TravelsceneAmerican Express ceo MikeThompson; Jetset TravelworldLimited ceo Rob Gurney; andDigby Warren from JourneyMasters.
Finger-lickin’ JAL JAPAN Airlines has taken anunusual twist in the trend ofcarriers signing celebrity chefs,announcing a new partnershipwith none other than ColonelSanders himself. Under the arrangement withKentucky Fried Chicken Japan, paxwill receive a KFC Original Recipetwo-piece chicken meal on flightsfrom Tokyo Narita to New York,Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, SanDiego, London, Paris andFrankfurt. Disappointingly the in-flightsecret herbs and spices won’t beoffered on JAL flights to Australia.
Happy MSC holidays MSC Cruises has released aseries of festive bonuses forpassengers who book a cruiseduring the holiday season. Clients can choose one of threeadd-on gifts: a cabin upgrade, anon-board credit or a drinkspackage, with the offers availablefor new bookings made between01 Dec and 15 Jan for seven nightor longer cruises travelling from23 Mar. Prices lead in at just $609pptwin share, and the Pick your Giftupgrade doesn’t apply to balconysuites or the MSC Yacht Club.
EIBTM Barcelona deal THE organisers of global MICEindustry expo EIBTM haveconfirmed that the event willcontinue to be held in Barcelona’sFira Gran Via until at least 2016.
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Far East movementfor Rendezvous STRAITS Trading Company (STC),the Singapore-based parent ofthe Rendezvous Hotel Group saysit remains committed to itshospitality arm and currentprojects, after announcing amajor alliance with Far EastHospitality (TD breaking news),which operates 17 hotels andserviced residences in Singapore. Rendezvous is in the midst of amulti-million dollar rebrandinginitiative to unite the Rendezvousand Marque properties under asingle brand, including extensiverefurbishments of the RendezvousHotel Perth and the RendezvousGrand Hotel Melbourne. Under the joint venture, STCand Far East will form a mergedhospitality management companywhich will operate propertiesowned by both companies. STC ceo Eric Teng said thepartnership will provide“sustainable platforms for growthand value creation both inSingapore and the Asia Pacific”. He said the deal brings togethertwo leading hospitality operators“who will be well positioned togrow and strengthen theRendezvous brand in Singapore,Australia and the Asia Pacific. The alliance is set to be finalisedearly in 2013.
New Sun Int’l hotel AFRICAN hospitality operatorSun International will open a newhotel in Jan 2013 located in theJohannesburg business district ofSandton. The Maslow Hotel (formerly theGrayston) will feature 281 guestrooms, an Africology Spa and aconference centre with 13meeting rooms.
Excite keeps data safe AGENT-only online wholesalerExcite Holidays has issued a“100% database protectionguarantee,” under which itundertakes to never directly dealwith travel agent clients. CEO George Papaioannou saidthis contrasted with rival sites,saying that when agents book ona consumer website via an agentlog in “they open the door fortheir clients to book directly withthat site in the future”.
MH thanks the industry
ABOVE: Last night MalaysiaAirlines thanked key travelindustry supporters for their workduring the year, hosting a festiveseason function in Sydney. Pictured above from left areJulia Loong, MH marketingmanager; Dennis Alysandratos,Consolidated Travel; Gabi Vicari,Malaysia Airlines sales manager;and Amol Virkar, Sydney AirportAirline Marketing Manager
Aviation Services. Lots more pics on our websiteand at facebook.com/traveldaily.
Asia & Domestic on up INTERNATIONAL visitation fromChina is so strong, it is masking thecontraction of some traditionalsource markets, according to thelatest Tourism and Hotel Outlooksurvey by Deloitte, released today. The report added that otherAsian markets such as Indonesiaand India both continue to grow,while the weakening of the AUDis increasing in importance tostabilise slowing visitation ratesfrom the UK, Europe & USA. From the hotel perspective,domestic visitation levels has allbut returned to pre-GFC levels,with occupancy rates up 1.1% to65.9%, with average room ratestipped to reach $164pn by 2015.
Two wheels Europcar EUROPCAR has signed on as thenaming rights sponsor for theSantos Tour Down Under, which isscheduled to occur in Adelaidefrom 20-27 Jan next year.
President sails Croatia BEYOND Travel has introduceda new small ship - MS President -for the 2013 season, which willsail eight-day Adriatic Sea voyagesalongside the MS Adriatic Pearl. More info 1300 363 554.
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ü Thriving Corporate Travel Company. ü Managing travel for VIP clients ü Fun, Innovative and friendly team and management environment.
ü Excellent salary on offer. ü Great company perks.
Contact Sharon Moss 02 9231 6444 or email [email protected]
Senior Corporate Travel Consultant X 3 – Sydney
Corporate Travel Manager – Brisbane
Airline Temps Exclusively with TMS – Brisbane
Senior Corporate Consultant – Sydney
ü Well established boutique agency. ü Work with an excellent product range. ü Specialise in luxury travel for VIP clientele. ü Manage the booking process end-end. ü Cruise knowledge is preferred. ü Regain your weekends, Mon – Fri only!
Contact Marie Anderson on 02 9231 6444 or email [email protected]
Senior High-End Leisure Consultant – Sydney
ü Leading Corporate Travel Company. ü Excellent Salary – Up to $65k + super. ü Sit within the Corporate Sales team. ü Management of the RFP database. ü Project manage the bid process and act as the key contact for this internal tender process.
Contact Sally Frape on 02 9231 6444 or email [email protected]
Tender / Proposal Coordinator – Sydney
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LEAD FROM THE FRONT CORPORATE TRAVEL TEAM LEADER
BRISBANE – SALARY PACKAGE TO $85K Take the lead role within a brilliant travel operation, bringing
your corporate knowledge and leadership skills. We’re looking for someone who can manage workflows, statistics, KPI’s and
staff appraisals. You’ll be a flexible ‘can do’ leader who is able to lead by example. This is a hands off consulting role. Your
positive approach and knowledge will bring a breath of fresh air in to the team and secure your future
THE HUNGER AND THE PASSION FOR SALES CORPORATE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
SYDNEY - SALARY PACKAGE OTE $100K+ This role will set your pulse racing if you enjoy hunting for
new business, developing a pipeline, building new relationships, delivering great pitches, negotiating deals and
winning! If you’re self motivated and enjoy seeing the fruits of your labour turn in to profits in your pocket, get on board this
growing corporate agency and don’t look back. You’ll be joining a successful team and a fun working environment
SITTING ON A GOLD MINE CORPORATE SALES MANAGER
PERTH - SALARY PACKAGE OTE $100 + Capitalize on this great opportunity with this leading corporate
agency. You will be highly motivated to perform with a keen hunter mentality and the ability to surpass goals and objectives. With your proven skills in lead generation and negotiation skills
you will be able to take advantage of this booming market If you have a strong network in WA for business travel. Ring and
enquire today.
ACCOUNT MANAGERS EAST AND WEST CORPORATE ACCOUNT MANAGERS X 3
SYDNEY & PERTH– SALARY PACKAGE TO $85k + INCENTIVES You will have the skills and knowledge to drive solutions for
your clients improving expenditure and creating a lasting impression which will retain clients for the future. As a master of building relationships you will know how to develop those key connections and gain their trust in your ability to do the
best for them. Be rewarded with a great salary and stable work company that see growth year on year.
LEADERSHIP ROLE IN THE CAPITAL CORPORATE TRAVEL SUPERVISOR
CANBERRA– SALARY TO $70K PLUS BONUS Work for this TMC assisting on a large government account. You will assist the manager with daily duties including staff supervision and client enquiries; a big focus of this role is consulting so you must come from a hands on consulting
background. If you are currently a 2IC and want to take the next step in your career this would be the perfect opportunity
for you. Top salary on offer.
JOIN THIS BOOMING SECTOR OF THE INDUSTRY OPERATIONS MANAGER (CRUISE)
SYDNEY – SALARY PACKAGE $100K+ This role is now available as a result of exciting growth within
this large organisation. As an Operations Manager for this growing division your skills & experience will be drawn upon
to shape the future of the business as it grows. You’ll need experience managing large teams, implementing procedures,
call centre background; good knowledge of cruise product would be an advantage.
ANALYST AND REPORTING SUPERSTAR NEEDED COMMERCIAL ANALYST MANAGER –MAT LEAVE
SYDNEY –PACKAGE TO $110K Bring your analysis, reporting and management skills to this great mat leave role. You will be managing the analysis and
reporting of this company’s commercial performance. You will have exceptional excel skills, hands on reporting experience,
and have strong people management experience. You will be working closely with key internal stakeholders so a high level of
communication is required
MOVE TO ASIA IN 2013 REGIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER –ASIA
HONG KONG – EXCELLENT SALARY PACKAGE This rare opportunity with a Global travel provider will see you working on high profile accounts. Your role will be to ensure service consistency, continuous improvement and
driving operational projects. You will be a senior operations manager with exceptional people management skills and the ability to question current practices to seek improvement. A
great salary with a relocation package is on offer.
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