Event Air Manager

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ITA Group Inc
West Des Moines, IA, United States
  • Finance
  • Weekends

POSITION PURPOSE
The Event Air Manager (EAM) serves as the lead for all air travel planning and execution for group travel programs and events. In this role, you are responsible for booking, ticketing, and managing airline travel for both event attendees and internal team members.

You act as the primary point of contact for all air-related needs – helping participants navigate their travel, handling special requests or itinerary changes, and ensuring a smooth overall experience. You’ll also represent the air travel function in client and internal meetings, providing guidance and helping others understand the complexities of airline planning and logistics.

In addition to managing the travel experience, the EAM oversees the air budget for each program. This includes tracking costs, providing regular updates throughout the planning process, and supporting final financial reconciliation after the event.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Travel degree preferred but not required.

  • Minimum five years air ticketing experience is preferred.

  • Domestic and international air knowledge.

  • Knowledge and familiarization of travel destinations

  • Strong knowledge of geography

  • General travel reservation knowledge, for booking personal extension travel

  • Ability to understand and apply fare rules and airline contracts

  • Ability to interact professionally and positively with a varying group of internal and external customers.

  • Strong problem-solving skills.

  • Monitoring and managingspendtobudget.

  • Ability to work independentlyand, also, as part of a team.

  • Strong organization and time management skills.

  • Availability to work extended hours on weekdays and weekends, on a limited basis.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Working knowledge of airline ticketing systems (TravelPort+ experience preferred) and Microsoft365 Tools.

  • Ability to listen, understand and respond, with excellent customer service, to external and internal customers’ needs in an efficient manner.

  • Ability to work the time necessary to complete projects and/or meet deadlines.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

ITA Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Company will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.

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