Shoeb Wallimia
@shoebwallimia
Experienced travel and operations manager driving service excellence and efficiency.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-oriented Customer Service and Operations Manager with over 18 years of leadership experience in travel, tourism, and aviation. I specialize in multi-location operations, vendor negotiation, and delivering outstanding customer satisfaction through process improvement and SOP implementation.
Throughout my career I have managed regional teams, standardized branch operations, and developed strategic partnerships with airlines and hospitality partners. I am proficient with GDS systems (Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo), CRM tools, and KPI-driven reporting that supports operational and financial goals.
I take a proactive, client-focused approach to problem solving, with notable achievements in reducing booking errors, improving turnaround times, and negotiating vendor contracts that produced measurable cost savings.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Travel Operations Specialist
Pierre Pinnar Travel
Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)
Arranged flights, accommodation, and ground transport using GDS; negotiated vendor rates and managed travel documentation while monitoring trends and expenditures to ensure policy compliance.
Visiting Faculty (Travel Module)
Freelance
Jun 2018 - Apr 2025 (6 years 10 months)
Delivered lectures and workshops on tourism to support student career readiness and industry skill development.
Regional Customer Care & Travel Operations Manager
Tanishka Vacations Club
Jan 2020 - Jan 2024 (4 years)
Managed and standardized travel operations across multiple Gujarat branches, negotiated supplier partnerships, implemented SOPs, and monitored budgets and KPIs to improve service consistency and reduce booking errors.
Operations Manager
Global Gateway
Jul 2017 - Jan 2020 (2 years 6 months)
Oversaw daily travel operations, reservations, and back-office processes; negotiated vendor contracts and enhanced reporting to support strategic planning and improve retention.
Reservation/Ticketing Manager
Limouge Tourism
Jan 2017 - May 2017 (4 months)
Led daily reservations and group bookings, coordinated occupancy and rate strategies with sales, and analyzed booking reports to align with revenue goals.
Senior Online Operations Consultant
Limouge Tourism
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 (11 months)
Troubleshot ticketing issues, supervised auto/manual ticket issuance, documented CRM updates, and guided junior staff to maintain service standards.
Ground Services Agent
Etihad Airways
May 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 7 months)
Supported check-in, boarding, and arrival procedures, handled baggage tracing, and resolved passenger complaints to ensure smooth ground operations.
Travel Operations Supervisor
Nasa Travel & Tourism
Apr 2012 - Apr 2014 (2 years)
Led a team of consultants managing reservations, ticketing, and packages, secured vendor agreements, and improved workflow efficiency.
Travel Management Officer
FET
Feb 2006 - Feb 2012 (6 years)
Managed VIP and corporate travel for royal families and executives, handling visas, outstation arrangements, and daily sales reporting to maintain high service levels.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Westwood School of Management
Bachelor of Tourism Management, Tourism Management
Completed a Bachelor-level program focused on tourism management principles and industry practices.
Prometric (GED testing service)
GED, General Education
Obtained a GED credential through Prometric testing services to validate secondary education equivalency.
Asia Travel & Tourism
IATA Foundation, Travel and Tourism
Completed the IATA Foundation course covering core travel and tourism industry concepts and standards.
Emirates Aviation College
Diploma in Air Cargo, Air Cargo / Aviation
Completed a diploma program in air cargo operations and logistics relevant to aviation cargo handling.
Al Fajr English International School
GCSE Levels, General Secondary Education
Completed GCSE-level studies providing foundational secondary education with emphasis on English language skills.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
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