Travel Consultant
AAA Auto Club Enterprises · Irvine, CA · 1 wk ago
Manufacturing$59k–$72k/yrFull-time
Turn Your Passion for Travel into a Rewarding Sales Career At AAA, we help people create unforgettable travel experiences. We're looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who enjoy building relationships and helping others plan their dream vacations. As a Travel Consultant, you'll receive comprehensive training through Auto Club University to develop your travel sales, customer service, and business development skills. You'll learn how to build a loyal client base, create customized travel experiences, and grow a rewarding career in the travel industry. Position Summary This is a sales-focused role where you'll help clients plan and book travel while building long-term relationships and growing your business through referrals, networking, and exceptional service. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, a customer-first mindset, and a passion for delivering outstanding travel experiences. What You'll Do Consult with clients to plan and book domestic and international travel, including cruises, tours, vacation packages, hotels, airfare, car rentals, and travel insurance.Create personalized travel experiences tailored to clients' preferences, budgets, and goals.Build long-term client relationships through exceptional service, travel expertise, and ongoing support.Grow your client base through referrals, networking, community involvement, and business development activities.Stay informed on travel destinations, industry trends, and supplier promotions while meeting sales and service goals. Training & Development AAA provides comprehensive training in: Travel products, destinations, and itinerary planningConsultative sales and client relationship managementProspecting, lead generation, and business developmentTravel systems, technology, and service excellence Occasional travel may be required for training and educational opportunities. What AAA Offers Comprehensive onboarding, training, and career development through Auto Club UniversityTravel industry discounts, educational travel opportunities, and familiarization tripsQuarterly bonuses, sales incentives, and recognition programsAccess to AAA products, member benefits, and professional certifications (when eligible)Career advancement opportunities, including future leadership paths Qualifications Required High school diploma or equivalentStrong communication, organizational, and customer service skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based applicationsAbility to multitask in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detailAbility to pass applicable pre-employment screenings Preferred Associate or bachelor's degreeSales, business development, customer service, hospitality, retail, or relationship-based experienceDemonstrated success achieving goals and building customer relationshipsExperience using CRM systems, networking, prospecting, or lead generation toolsPassion for travel and interest in helping clients create memorable experiences Work Environment This is an on-site, sales-driven position focused on travel consulting, relationship management, and business development. Successful consultants actively grow their client base through networking, referrals, and community involvement. Availability to work most Saturdays and occasional evenings may be required. Compensation Travel Consultants start at $23.50 per hour. Upon successful completion of training, Travel Consultants who meet sales goals earn an average of $58,500-$71,600 annually, plus uncapped incentive opportunities. Travel Consultants start at $23.50 per hour. Upon successful completion of training, Travel Consultants who meet sales goals earn an average of $58,500-$71,600 annually, plus uncapped incentive opportunities. Remarkable benefits: Health coverage for medical, dental, vision 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension Tuition assistance Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs Paid parental leave Wellness programs Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!) Auto Club Enterprises is the largest club within the national AAA federation. We have nearly 17,000 employees in 24 states helping more than 18 million members. The strength of our organization is our employees. Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members. When we embrace our diversity – we win. All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1900, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team. “Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.” AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Our organization participates in E-Verify The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), the Unincorporated Los Angeles County (ULAC) regulation, and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).