JOB TITLE: Tour Operations Manager
COMPANY: Gogo Tours Ltd
LOCATION: Richmond Hill, ON / Greater Toronto Area
ABOUT GOGO TOURS LTD Gogo Tours Ltd is proudly recognized as the #1 Chinese-Canadian travel agency. With over 40 years of expertise, we are the industry leader in crafting premium, culturally immersive global experiences for the Chinese-speaking community. From Patagonia to the Silk Road, we bridge world-class destinations with the unique values of our travelers.
THE ROLE We are seeking a high-caliber Tour Operations Manager to lead our logistics engine. You will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of our international itineraries, ensuring that Gogo Tours’ reputation for excellence is upheld in every hotel stay, meal, and guided excursion.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENT: CHINESE FLUENCY Native or professional-level fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese is MANDATORY. You must be able to conduct high-level negotiations, lead staff meetings, and manage traveler relations effectively in both Chinese and English.
WHAT YOU WILL DO * Operational Excellence: Oversee daily logistics for group tours across Europe, South America, Asia, and Africa.
- Vendor Strategy: Manage and negotiate contracts with airlines, hotels, and local operators.
- Cultural Curation: Tailor itineraries to meet the specific culinary, linguistic, and service expectations of the Chinese-Canadian market.
- Team Leadership: Manage a dedicated team of operations coordinators and professional tour leaders.
- Risk Management: Act as the primary point of escalation for on-tour disruptions and 24/7 support during peak seasons.
QUALIFICATIONS * Experience: Proven professional experience in the travel industry or tour operations.
- Languages: Must be fluent in Mandarin/Cantonese and English (Written and Verbal).
- Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Chinese-Canadian community and travel trends.
- Tech Proficiency: Experience with travel booking systems, CRM, and WeChat for business.
- Attributes: Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
WHY JOIN GOGO TOURS? * Work for the #1 brand in the Chinese-Canadian travel market.
- Dynamic, multicultural office environment in Richmond Hill.
- Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and travel perks.
- The chance to shape the future of specialized global travel.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $42,000.00-$75,195.78 per year
Application question(s):
- What is your experience in travel / tour industry
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Work Location: In person
