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operational planning, information systems, operational KPIs follow up or finance controlling.\n\nJob Skills:\nCapable of working autonomously\nCapable to work under pressure and tight deadlines.\nStrong communication skills.\nStaff planning and rostering\nSelf-motivated & proactive.\nFlexibility and change-minded, willing to learn and implement new processes and procedures.\nLanguage / Communication Skills:\nFluent in written and verbal English language knowledge of a second language is a plus.\nJob Dimensions\nGeographic Responsibility: Multiple units\nType of Employment: Full-time\nTravel %: 10\nExemption Classification: Exempt\nInternal Relationships: Operations, Finance, Corporate OPC\nExternal Relationships: none\nWork Environment / Requirements of the Job: Front Office, also required to be on the Ops Floor\nBudget / Revenue Responsibility: (Local Currency) Yes\nOrganization Structure\nDirect Line Manager (Title): Director, Supply Chain\nDotted Line Manager (Title, if 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To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:\nExcellence\nWe put the customer at the forefront of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs, wishes and desires.\nWe constantly learn by giving and receiving feedback, improving from our mistakes and bettering ourselves.\nPassion\nHospitality, in its purest form, comes down to a single, core principle: care. We do everything with thoughtfulness, attention, and care.\nWe have a growth mindset, a resilience that makes us determined to bounce back from failures and setbacks.\nResponsibility\nWe care about what we do, and we understand the impact we have on others and the planet.\nWe always look out for each other -creating a safe workplace environment is everyone’s responsibility.\nRespect\nEvery job matters. We each do our part to ensure our colleagues and our customers succeed in their goals.\nWe respect each other’s voices and foster a workplace that supports inclusion and belonging. We are all one gategroup.\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.\ngategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. 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