Athletics Travel Manager, Stanford Athletics

The Role

The Account Manager serves the athletic department for the University, overseeing the complex management and execution of collegiate team and administrative travel. The position is based on-site at the university but is a representative of Anthony Travel, a division of On Location.

• Arrange all aspects of athletic team travel, including group air, hotel block, and charter bus.
• Arrange all aspects of individual athletic travel, including GDS air, hotel, and car.
• Provide emergency and after-hours service to the athletics department.
• Obtain travel approvals and provide trip planners.
• Maintain a professional working relationship with the clients while representing the Company.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Sabre or similar GDS.
• Knowledge and experience in athletics and/or athletics travel.
• Group booking experience and knowledge.
• Car and hotel booking experience.
• Knowledge of general office PC-based programs, including Microsoft Office 365.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to produce accurate work under the stress of and meet ticketing deadlines.
• Must be able to come to work promptly and regularly.

About the Role

The Account Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless travel arrangements for the athletic department, providing expert guidance and support to ensure all travel needs are met efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

The Account Manager is responsible for managing and executing all aspects of athletic team and administrative travel, ensuring that all bookings are made in a timely and efficient manner.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate should have a strong background in GDS operations, experience in athletics travel, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Skills

Proficiency in Sabre or similar GDS systems, strong decision-making abilities, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

On Location offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan

On Location is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all candidates regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

As a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc., On Location is dedicated to providing exceptional experiences and services to our clients. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. is a premium sports and entertainment company that owns iconic properties including UFC, WWE, and PBR. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans.

On Location is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities.