Hotel Account Specialist

Hotel Account Specialist

Corpay is looking to hire a Hotel Account Specialist within our CLC division. This position falls under our Lodging line of business and is located in Wichita, KS. In this role, you will be responsible for performing daily activities assigned within a Customer Focus Group (CFG). The purpose of the CFG is to establish rapport, build relationships with CLC hotels, and be an excellent problem solver. Educate and train hotels on billing, and acceptance of CLC travelers, offer Hotel Services, how to process stays through the CLC web portal, and identify hotels that are not accepting CLC Lodging guests per their contractual terms. You will report directly to the Hotel Network Operations Director.

As a Hotel Account Specialist, you will be expected to work in an office environment. Corpay will set you up for success by providing:

• Assigned workspace in Wichita, KS
• Company-issued equipment
• Formal, hands-on training

The responsibilities of the role will include:

• Managing hotel relationships within the network
• Conducting Onboarding Training for newly sourced vendors
• Reviewing/confirming contractual terms and conditions with management or staff
• Creating portal logins for vendors
• Selling Corpay optional programs when necessary
• Providing support on Web CheckINN Portal
• Conducting or reviewing training with vendors as needed
• Responsible for Payment Solutions for each vendor
• Resolving Customer disputes and handling accordingly
• Having the ability to de-escalate calls
• Handling customer service complaints by providing solutions, often within a time limit to ensure the customer is satisfied
• Working with colleagues when necessary to resolve customer complaints
• Learning to identify customer needs or desires to recommend the appropriate product or service
• Handling compliance concerns and resolve accordingly
• Assisting with billing reconciliation for vendors
• Answering 3 inbound phone queues and providing customer service
• Making outbound calls to assigned Region
• Assisting in making CLC hotel reservations for customers
• Communicating methods required either via phone or email to vendors
• Covering front office reception as needed
• Maintaining Excel spreadsheets to perform job tasks
• Conducting shop calls of vendors
• Performing other duties or Special Project as assigned by the Customer Focus Group Director and/or Vice President of Lodging

Qualifications & Skills

• 1+ years of experience with customer service or hotel front office preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Communication skills like a pleasant demeanor and ability to work with multiple personalities
• Attention to detail to be able to provide written communication to vendors
• Patience to be able to stay calm in an intense environment
• Ability to multitask since some skills will require Customer Service Representative to communicate with multiple customers at one time
• Strong organizational skills to be able to keep up with various customer needs and conduct follow-ups in a timely manner
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Adaptability and flexibility in order to deal with different customers and needs in a short period of time
• The need to be focused, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Superior verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits available the 1 st month after hire
• Automatic enrollment into our 401k plan (subject to eligibility requirements)
• Virtual fitness classes offered company-wide
• Robust PTO offerings including: major holidays, vacation, sick, personal, & volunteer time
• Employee discounts with major providers (i.e. wireless, gym, car rental, etc.)
• Philanthropic support with both local and national organizations
• Fun culture with company-wide contests and prizes

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer