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Full-Time

Manager – Global Care

Posted on 7/5/2024

Plusgrade

Plusgrade

51-200 employees

Provides upgrade solutions for travel companies

Data & Analytics
Consumer Software
Enterprise Software
Aerospace

Senior

Toronto, ON, Canada

Category
Quality Control & Compliance
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Communications
Customer Service
Requirements
  • 5+ years experience in a senior support role
  • Previous experience supporting Financial Institutions is an asset
  • Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills
  • Proven experience with escalation and issue management
  • A passion and proven desire for leading a team of high performers
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented
  • Proven track record of driving positive change
  • Experience in setting and maintaining KPIs
  • Ability to summarize data and view trends and communicate these to internal/external stakeholders to drive change
  • Ability to manage multiple high priority tasks in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of senior support specialists
  • Develop strong partner support relationships through training on Points support applications and providing regular check ins on support trends and improvements
  • Manage escalations in a timely manner – ensuring alignment between Global Care personnel and all involved parties to ensure timely resolution and risk mitigation
  • Take a lead in resolution of complex issues involving cross functional teams across the organization
  • Stay updated with product knowledge and industry trends to assist in complex technical issues and provide guidance to the support team
  • Manage service deliverables through our support vendors
  • Provide updates (daily, weekly, monthly) to business units on operational goals and objectives including analysis of contact reasons, trending, identifying unforeseen issues
  • Establish and maintain regular touchpoints with our partners to facilitate relationship growth
  • Develop and implement training programs to enhance the technical skills and customer service abilities of the support team

Plusgrade specializes in providing upgrade solutions for the travel industry, focusing on helping airlines, cruise lines, and other travel service providers increase their revenue through ancillary services. Their platform allows these companies to offer customers the option to upgrade their seats or cabins for an additional fee, either through bidding or fixed pricing. This approach not only boosts the revenue of travel companies but also enhances the overall travel experience for customers. Plusgrade stands out from competitors by integrating seamlessly with existing systems of their partners and has been recognized with awards for their leadership in technology. The company's goal is to be a leader in the ancillary revenue sector, ensuring that travel companies can maximize their earnings while improving customer satisfaction.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$7.7M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships with major travel brands like Hawaiian Airlines and Lark Hotels enhance Plusgrade's market reach and credibility.
  • The recent investment from General Atlantic and existing investor CDPQ provides financial stability and resources for further growth and innovation.
  • Acquisitions like Points.com and UpStay expand Plusgrade's portfolio, offering more comprehensive solutions to clients and increasing market share.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive nature of the travel technology sector requires continuous innovation to maintain market leadership.
  • Integration challenges with diverse client systems could pose operational risks and affect service quality.

What makes Plusgrade unique

  • Plusgrade's focus on ancillary revenue and merchandising specifically for the travel industry sets it apart from broader tech solutions providers.
  • Their platform's seamless integration with existing systems of airlines, cruise lines, and hotels ensures minimal disruption and maximizes revenue potential.
  • Plusgrade's recognition with prestigious awards like the Deloitte Technology Leadership award underscores its market leadership and innovation.
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