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Traveler Service Associate

The Traveler Service Associate is responsible for handling interactions with customers that route through multiple channels and providing a best-in-class customer experience to our travelers.The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a passion for helping travelers solve complex issues in what can be highly stressful situations.

This role is within the Traveler and Partner Service Platform organizations, which services customer requests from across the many brands of Expedia Group.

What you’ll do:

• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with management, corporate, network, co-workers, and partners
• Identify service problems and conduct root cause analysis whilst signposting possible solutions
• Provide our travelers with best-in-class service that drives loyalty to all of Expedia Groups’ multiple brands
• Must maintain confidentiality
• Lead the resolution of issues on all issues from online (voice & chat) and offline (Service Requests) sources
• Flexible approach to ensure established service levels are achieved at all times
• Research and analyze data from various sources and tools - especially GDS (Airline Computer Reservation Systems) to close traveler and supplier issues
• Other duties and projects as assigned
• Must maintain up-to-date Traveler Support Agent skillset
• Research, analyze and resolve traveler issues in an accurate and timely manner by using appropriate tools and resources to assess situations and create resolutions while maintaining ownership of the issue

Who you are:

• Customer centric attributes and traveler-focused with the ability to work effectively and professionally with both internal and external customers
• High School Diploma or Equivalent related professional experience
• Able to adapt well to change
• Ability to perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to positively influence others
• Team player
• Demonstrate strong research skills in all lines of business
• Strong attention to detail and a creative problem solver
• Skilled in fair and impartial judgment
• Advanced analysis skills to include skill in situational analysis and risk mitigation
• Schedule flexibility
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to assess customer needs and adjust communication style accordingly
• Ability to work in high stress environment, managing stress in a professional manner and without disruption to the operation, employees, or customers
• Strong technical skills and computer knowledge, including all Microsoft Office programs
• Positive & proactive attitude
• Excellent attention to detail
• Track record of exhibiting good judgment and common sense

Great to have, but not required:

• 2 years + experience in a contact center
• Experience in the travel industry
• Understanding of GDS systems (Sabre/Amadeus)
• Competent in call center technologies

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About Expedia Group

Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) powers travel for everyone, everywhere through our global platform. Driven by the core belief that travel is a force for good, we help people experience the world in new ways and build lasting connections. We provide industry-leading technology solutions to fuel partner growth and success, while facilitating memorable experiences for travelers. Expedia Group's family of brands includes: Brand Expedia®, Hotels.com®, Expedia® Partner Solutions, Vrbo®, trivago®, Orbitz®, Travelocity®, Hotwire®, Wotif®, ebookers®, CheapTickets®, Expedia Group™ Media Solutions, Expedia Local Expert®, CarRentals.com™, and Expedia Cruises™.

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