Travel Estimator
りょこうみつもりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Accounting Clerical Occupations
Summary
A profession that calculates various costs required for travel plans and creates estimate sheets.
Description
Travel estimators are specialists at travel agencies or travel companies who create estimate sheets for package tours and custom-made trips. They combine multiple elements such as air tickets, hotels, buses, and local guides according to the customer's budget and preferences, and accurately calculate costs. They also negotiate prices with suppliers, confirm conditions, adjust contract details, and balance customer satisfaction and profit by providing estimates that comply with the Travel Agency Law and company regulations.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of internet sales and the increase in individual travel, the introduction of automated estimation tools for estimation tasks is progressing, but personnel with customization capabilities tailored to customer needs will continue to be required.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Customer-oriented / Meticulous / Persuasive
Work Style
Career Path
Travel Estimator → Travel Planner → Travel Arrangement Staff → Travel Product Development → Travel Management Position
Required Skills
Estimate Creation / Knowledge of Travel Pricing Systems / Knowledge of Travel Terms and Conditions / Office Software / Supplier Negotiation
Recommended Skills
CRM Tool Operation / Communication Skills (Foreign Languages) / Presentation Skills / Travel Agency Law Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required in price calculations and contract conditions. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of coordination and negotiation with customers and suppliers. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because the ability to accurately calculate diverse costs is necessary. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it involves combining multiple elements to build travel plans. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- Comprehensive Travel Services Manager
- Itinerary Management Director
Related Jobs
- Tour Conductor
- Travel Arrangement Staff
- Travel Planner