Knowledgeable and dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in Aviation, Procurement & Logistics industry. Solid team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Customer Service Officer
New Point International
Dubai
05.2015 - 04.2020
Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.
Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals.
Customer Relationship Executive
Thomas Cook India Pvt.Ltd.
Pune
09.2004 - 09.2009
Handled and coordinated complex back office processes of ticketing needs for large IT –Corporate which included Bulk bookings, Visas, Travel Insurance, Hotel bookings, Car rentals, Foreign exchange and Billing
Promoted and placed as an Implant of Thomas Cook to represent, administer, manage, liaison, coordinate large corporate accounts approximately 4000 employees and multiple offices (both local and international)
This included planning, coordinating with the Client for the most efficient and cost effective Travel plan which was part of our 'one stop travel solution' thereby reducing overall cost incurred by the large corporate.
Cross-trained and provided backup support for the team.
Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
Travel Agent
Hasmukh Travels Pvt.Ltd.
Pune
05.2002 - 02.2004
Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel, travel insurance and rental car reservations.
Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives and special needs clients.
Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
Answering and directing phone calls and managing correspondence.
Creating and updating Customer Accounts which includes the Billed Sales report and maintaining their records on a regular basis.
Education
Post‐Graduate Human Resource Management - Human Resources Management
Symbiosis International
Pune, India
06.2004 - 04.2007
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing & Advertisement
University of Pune
Pune, India
06.2001 - 04.2004
Diploma in Airlines, Travel & Tourism Management - Tourism And Travel Management
IITC
Mumbai, India
10.2001 - 12.2001
Diploma IATA/UFTAA - Aviation
IATA
Montreal
01.2003 - 03.2003
Skills
Account management
undefined
Visa status
Husband's sponsorship
Driver's license
UAE valid license
Timeline
Customer Service Officer
New Point International
05.2015 - 04.2020
Customer Relationship Executive
Thomas Cook India Pvt.Ltd.
09.2004 - 09.2009
Post‐Graduate Human Resource Management - Human Resources Management
Symbiosis International
06.2004 - 04.2007
Diploma IATA/UFTAA - Aviation
IATA
01.2003 - 03.2003
Travel Agent
Hasmukh Travels Pvt.Ltd.
05.2002 - 02.2004
Diploma in Airlines, Travel & Tourism Management - Tourism And Travel Management