Inventory/Product Intern (Hotel/Travel)

Status : Temporary, Part-time Contract Dates : Starting in January 2025 Location : Toronto OUR VALUES WE WORK AS A TEAM with openness to the ideas and expectations of our colleagues, our customers and our client and supplier partners with a commitment to each other. WE ARE PROFESSIONALS on a constant quest for excellence, tackling challenges methodically, efficiently, and with integrity. WE GO BEYOND our responsibilities to our customers, our colleagues, society, and the environment. DESCRIPTION The incumbent will be responsible for the effective management of inventory and maintaining sufficient levels of availability for the designated geographical area. The incumbent will negotiate with suppliers on securing additional space, backorders, special requests, and relocates. The incumbent will prepare pricing and detailed product information for Jonview’s suppliers. RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure hotel inventory is monitored and analyzed promptly to maximize usage of all contracted space. Develop and maintain a solid understanding of hotel offerings, proximity/location/access, and relationships for risk assessment, proper passenger assignment, and office support. Develop and maintain relationships with the supplier base to support inventory purchasing. Retain a thorough understanding of key clients/market inventory requirements, providing the necessary extra steps to support arrangements agreed on by Jonview. Address suspended bookings immediately, with a goal of a 20-hour turnaround. Request additional space as required at same contract terms, to permit continued sales as it relates to suspended bookings. Address supplier backorders (hotel faults and hotel problems). Secure alternate arrangements and continue negotiating towards securing the original request at no cost to Jonview. Negotiate with suppliers on Rack Rates requests, upgrades, and special requests. (Negotiation can include rates, allotment, and terms) Assisting our product team with the online tariff Working on stainability project Sending requests to our suppliers for updated images and features Entering supplier reporting confirmations into the system Entering missing geocodes Various projects for all 3 departments (Product, Packaging, and Supplier Reporting), other departmental projects as required. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Language: English. Other languages are an asset Knowledge of computer systems and data entry skills Negotiation skills, and ability to influence others. Good problem-solving skills. Able to make quality decisions on a timely basis; creativity; results oriented. Strong communication skills both orally and written (English). Ability to speak clearly and professionally over the phone and in person. Able to manage time, processes, and systems. Knowledge of the CCRS system is an asset. Has pertinent functional and technical knowledge; quick learner Jonview values diversity in the workplace and is committed to employment equity by encouraging applications from the following designated groups: women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. To facilitate the reading of this document, the masculine form has been retained. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Location: Toronto, CA

Posted Date: 11/6/2024