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Commercial Operations Support

Expedia

Expedia

Customer Service, Operations
London, UK
Posted on Thursday, January 25, 2024

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Commercial Operations Support

Within this operational support role, the Supply Access & Compliance Specialist will serve as subject matter expert for the compliant and correct usage of rates we receive from our hotel partners and distribute to our affiliate partners. They will investigate and resolve complex scenarios where a party suspects incorrect rate usage.

The specialist will bridge two key departments within Expedia Group ensuring an objective and commercially sound outcome for the wider business. They will work in partnership with various departments and regions across the organization and communicate with stakeholders at different levels of seniority.

This position will report to the Senior Manager Supply Access & Compliance. The position will be based in London.

What you'll do:

  • Managed through a ticketing system: Investigate complex scenarios where incorrect rate usage is suspected

  • Utilizes wide network of internal departments to further gather details needed for investigation

  • Drive resolution of these cases and fix of root cause by gathering actions taken from impacted parties

  • Evaluate and execute corrective actions based on findings to protect the overall business

  • Communicate at all times clearly and objectively between parties involved

  • Provide ongoing input to improve processes and efficiencies and surface obstacles such as reoccurring issues

  • Coordinate with internal teams to escalate issues of technical and business nature for proactive improvements and drive to resolution

  • Educate various teams across the organization about the PLS business and our team’s function

  • Maintain an in-depth understanding of assigned systems

  • Ad-hoc report requests from leadership

Who you are:

  • Experience in Hotel/Travel -industry experience preferred

  • Having experience in a support-oriented industry (i.e. with ticketing systems)

  • Strong analytical skills and business acumen to evaluate what actions benefits the overall business the most

  • You adapt your communication style dependent upon who you are speaking to and can manage difficult conversations and conflict

  • You have proven ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines with confidence and ease

  • You recognize that close teamwork and cross-departmental coordination is a key for success

  • Have attention to detail, diligence and follow-through

  • Proactive at own initiative with good business judgement

  • Skilled problem-solver that enjoys a challenge

  • Professional, “get it done” attitude and work ethic, proactive follow-up skills

  • Competent with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and is adept at picking up new systems

  • Independently driven to learn new applications, technologies, and keep up to date on new features/information

  • Fluent proficiency & comprehension in English required, other languages are a plus

  • Other duties as assigned from time to time

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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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