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Siddharth Sankar

@siddharthsankar

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Accomplished General Manager with extensive travel industry experience.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a senior leadership role that fosters growth and innovation in the travel industry.

I am an accomplished General Manager with extensive experience in handling corporate sales and travel arrangements. Over the past several years, I have successfully managed comprehensive travel solutions for high-profile clients, ensuring their needs are met with precision and care. My role at Ometanshi Travels Pvt Ltd has allowed me to lead a team of travel consultants, where I have developed bespoke travel packages and organized major destination weddings across the globe.

My expertise lies in itinerary planning, relationship management, and supplier negotiations, which have been instrumental in enhancing service quality and client satisfaction. I have a proven track record of managing corporate travel arrangements efficiently, maximizing business growth while maintaining cost-effectiveness. I am passionate about leveraging my extensive industry knowledge to drive client satisfaction and operational excellence in a senior leadership role within the travel industry.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

General Manager- Handling Corporate Sales

Current

Ometanshi Travels Pvt Ltd

May 2016 - Present (9 years 1 month)

Led corporate sales and managed comprehensive travel arrangements for high-profile clients and destination weddings across various regions. Directed a team of travel consultants, developed vendor relationships, and implemented strategies to enhance service quality and client satisfaction.

Corporate Sales Destination Wedding Planning Team Leadership Vendor Management Negotiation Customer Relationship Management Budget Management Crisis Management Global Travel Regulations

Manager- Handling International Packages

GRNCONNECT.COM (Aman Travels Ltd)

May 2012 - May 2016 (4 years)

Managed North India sales for international packages, focusing on key account acquisition and business development through sales calls and visits. Coordinated corporate travel arrangements, sourced vendors, and collaborated with third-party vendors to improve customer experience.

B2B Sales Key Account Management Business Development Corporate Travel Sourcing CRM Management Sales Presentations Customer Service

Asst Manager- Handling International Packages

GRNCONNECT.COM (Aman Travels Ltd)

Apr 2009 - May 2012 (3 years 1 month)

Handled B2B agent queries and counter sales for international packages, including Rail Europe and Star Cruises. Managed record keeping, issued tickets, and suggested itineraries while maintaining strong follow-up procedures.

B2B Counter Sales Star Cruises

Executive/Sr Executive- Handling International Packages

GRNCONNECT.COM (Aman Travels Ltd)

Oct 2008 - Apr 2009 (6 months)

Supported the B2B department for international packages, specializing in cruises and European rail. Created itineraries for FIT and group departures, negotiated with suppliers, and handled operations for domestic and international packages using various travel software.

B2B Operations Cruise Sales Travel Software DOTW Versys Sales Maximization Customer Retention Domestic Hotel Operations

Trainee Executive

Saltours (Otilla Travels)

Feb 2008 - Oct 2008 (8 months)

Gained foundational experience in the travel industry as a trainee executive. Assisted with general tasks to learn the basics of travel agency operations and customer service.

Travel Industry Basics Customer Service Data Entry Communication Teamwork

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Nagaland University

Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce

Studied core principles of commerce, including accounting, economics, and business management. Gained foundational knowledge in financial analysis, marketing, and organizational behavior.