JOAB LUNEL
@joablunel
Results-driven travel management professional with over 10 years experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven professional with over 10 years of experience in travel management, customer relations, and team leadership. I have a proven track record of using Amadeus, Salesforce, and MS tools to streamline operations and enhance service delivery. My ability to build long-term relationships with clients and suppliers has been key to my success, allowing me to negotiate optimal pricing and ensure adherence to SLAs.
Throughout my career, I have consistently exceeded KPIs and managed budgets while fostering innovation in service delivery. I am passionate about continuous learning and optimizing team efficiency through strategic planning and training. My unique ability to lead diverse teams across regions has enabled me to drive performance and create positive, collaborative environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Supervisor – Group Department Europe
Key Travel
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years)
Arranged bespoke trips and tours for university and charity clients, building strong relationships with clients and suppliers while adhering to travel policies. Maximised revenue through commercial awareness and product knowledge, negotiating pricing with accommodation and transport providers.
Supervisor – Group Department N. America
Key Travel
May 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)
Built and maintained client relationships, providing effective problem-solving and enhanced customer service through collaboration with the sales team. Guided the team on airline contracts and fares, coaching them on product knowledge and conducting booking checks to ensure service standards.
Travel Consultant – European Operations Team
Key Travel
Apr 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)
Managed customer travel needs from initial inquiry to completion, providing professional consultancy and value-added solutions. Booked various travel products, offered expert advice, and adapted to diverse client priorities while maintaining targets and productivity.
Account Executive Groups Department
Key Travel
Dec 2017 - Present (7 years 8 months)
Arranged bespoke trips and tours for university and charity clients, building rapport with clients and suppliers while adhering to travel policies. Maximised revenue through commercial awareness and product knowledge, negotiating pricing with airlines and accommodation providers.
France and Italy Groups Reservations Agent
American Airlines
Jun 2015 - Present (10 years 2 months)
Provided travel agencies with comprehensive information on flights, fares, and company policies, creating Personal Records and contracts for groups. Managed the entire booking process, including changes, cancellations, and applying contract terms and tariff policies.
French/UK/Canada/Europe Reservations Agent
AA/US Airways
Sep 2014 - Present (10 years 11 months)
Provided callers with information on flights, destinations, and fares, assessing customer needs and offering special products. Sold and issued airline tickets, handling reissues for voluntary and involuntary changes while increasing customer satisfaction through quality sales and after-sales service.
Store Director
Obi GmbH
Jul 2012 - Present (13 years 1 month)
Increased customer satisfaction through the development of quality sales and after-sales service, managing inventory levels and ensuring excellent economic operation of the store. Responsible for the management of a team of 30 people.
Department Manager
Leroy Merlin S.p.A
Nov 2008 - Present (16 years 9 months)
Defined, developed, and managed operating budgets for home decoration and carpets departments, implementing quarterly business strategies. Enhanced merchandising quality, store layout, customer service, and sales action plans, participating in weekly steering committee meetings.
Store Director
Toys Center S.p.A
Dec 2005 - Present (19 years 8 months)
Managed commercial operations, including competitive analysis, policy definition, merchandising, and promotions coordination. Defined store budget, conducted sales analysis, controlled stock, and managed hourly productivity and shipping documents.
Sales Manager
General Industrielle SpA
Jan 2005 - Present (20 years 7 months)
Achieved weekly sales targets and scheduled and managed meetings with clients for contract drawing. Responsible for defining, developing, and managing the operating budget.
Department Manager
Decathlon SpA
Mar 2003 - Present (22 years 5 months)
Managed commercial operations, including competitive analysis, policy definition, merchandising, and promotions coordination. Defined customer targets, product ranges, and team profiles, managing sales department, projecting capital gains, and controlling stock.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Alma Mater - University of Bologna
Master's degree, Political Science (economics and sociology)
1994 - 2000
Grade: First class equivalent with highest honors
Completed a Master's degree in Political Science, focusing on economics and sociology. Graduated with first-class honors.
Lycée Les Bruyères
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Physics
1989 - 1989
Studied Mathematics and Physics.
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