Advanced Traveler Escalations
Expedia
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Why Join Us?
To shape the future of travel, people must come first. Guided by our Values and Leadership Agreements, we foster an open culture where everyone belongs, differences are celebrated and know that when one of us wins, we all win.
We provide a full benefits package, including exciting travel perks, generous time-off, parental leave, a flexible work model (with some pretty cool offices), and career development resources, all to fuel our employees' passion for travel and ensure a rewarding career journey. We’re building a more open world. Join us.
Advanced Traveler Escalations Associate
At VRBO, we are committed to delivering exceptional traveler experiences. We believe that our team plays a pivotal role in achieving this goal. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Traveler Service Supervisor to lead and guide our team in maintaining service, quality, and traveler experience standards, and to ensure continuous improvement in our operations.Join our team and become part of an organization committed to making travel dreams a reality for our customers through excellence in traveler service.
Introduction to the Team
Our Corporate Functions are made up of teams that support vacation rentals, including Employee Communications, Finance, Traveler and Partner Service Platform, Legal, People Team, Inclusion and Diversity, and Global Social Impact and Sustainability.
In this role, you will:
Resolve escalated and complex customer inquiries related to travel bookings, configurations, and service consumption
Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to address and escalate issues, ensuring customer satisfaction and resolution
Mediate between travelers and partners when necessary, maintaining professionalism and empathy throughout
Promote Expedia Group’s platforms, tools, and services, guiding customers to self-service solutions where appropriate
Analyse case trends and provide insights to improve processes and reduce future escalations
Communicate clearly and proactively with customers and internal teams, setting expectations and following through on commitments
Mentor and support peers by sharing best practices and offering constructive feedback
Balance multiple tasks and projects with precision, prioritizing based on urgency and impact
Contribute to the development and refinement of operational policies, procedures, and knowledge base content
Participate in customer-facing events or meetings to build relationships and promote Expedia’s offerings
Experience & Qualifications:
2+ years in customer service, preferably in a travel, hospitality, or technology environment
You have an associate's degree or a bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM systems and travel industry tools is a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex issues clearly and empathetically
Demonstrated ability to resolve issues independently and think critically under pressure
Proven ability to deliver high-quality service and build lasting customer relationships
Experience working cross-functionally and mentoring peers in a collaborative environment
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
Accommodation requests
If you need assistance with any part of the application or recruiting process due to a disability, or other physical or mental health conditions, please reach out to our Recruiting Accommodations Team through the Accommodation Request.
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