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Nisha  Thakur

Nisha Thakur

Dubai,0

Summary

Hotel operations professional with extensive experience in PMS systems including Opera, Protel, IDS, WINHMS, and Maak Solution. Expertise in channel management utilizing STAAH, TravelClick, and XML B2B/B2C integrations. Proven ability to manage reservations, revenue, sales, and group/wholesale rates effectively. Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, dedicated to optimizing operations and enhancing guest experiences.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Cluster Reservation Manager & Revenue Assistant

KVA Hotel Management
Dubai, UAE
03.2025 - Current

Managed two properties in Dubai, enhancing operational efficiency at Knight Castle Hotel 5* and Knight Armour Hotel 4*.

  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to provide operational updates and foster collaboration.
  • Negotiated rates with travel agencies to maximise profit margins and enhance booking levels.
  • Implemented dynamic pricing strategies, boosting room yield and occupancy rates.
  • Trained team members on performance enhancement, improving overall productivity.
  • Maintained accurate records of bookings and forecasts, preventing overbooking issues.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly, increasing loyalty and encouraging repeat bookings.
  • Updated reservation policies, leading to fewer cancellations and no-shows.
  • Managed large groups and events bookings with ease and efficiency.
  • Developed promotional strategies for higher room occupancy during off-peak seasons.
  • Kept up-to-date inventory records to avoid overbooking issues.
  • Collaborated closely with sales team on corporate bookings, enhancing business relationships.
  • Participated actively in weekly revenue meetings, shared valuable insights.

Cluster Reservation Manager/Revenue Assistant

Four Apple Hotel Management
Dubai, UAE
03.2019 - 03.2025

Specializes in the management of all Hospitality Business, Real Estate, Holidays Homes. Four Apple Management Company with 10 Leading properties in Dubai with one International chain Best Western Plus Pearl Creek Hotel4*, 4 stars to budget hotels with all the luxuries and amenities. All Family-oriented hotels.


Reservation Supervisor

Pearl Hotel Management
Dubai, UAE
02.2017 - 02.2019

Managed operations for 17 hotels in Dubai, overseeing all aspects of hospitality, from guest services and revenue management to staffing and marketing

Supervisor

GVK EMRI
Solan, H.P
02.2015 - 08.2017

Emergency Helpline Service- 102, India

Emergency Response Officer

GVK EMRI
Solan, H.P
07.2011 - 02.2015

Emergency Helpline 108, India

Education

Diploma in Computer Application - Basics of Computer Science

H.P Solan
India

Certificate in Revenue Management Foundations - Fundamentals of Revenue

ARMA
Australian Revenue Management Association

MBA - HR

Sikkim Manipal University
Gangtok
10.2013 - 10.2016

Bachelors in Arts - Bachelor of Arts

CMJ University
Meghalaya
03.2010 - 03.2012

Foundation degree - The Fundamentals of Revenue Management

ESSEC Business School
Online
01.2025 - 01.2025

Skills

  • PMS Systems: Opera, Protel, IDS, WINHMS, Maak Solution
  • Channel Managers: STAAH, TravelClick, and basic XML B2B/B2C integrations
  • Hotel Operations: Reservations, Revenue, sales, group/wholesale rates, holiday homes
  • Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Personal Details

Languages Known: English
Upper intermediate
Hindi
Native
Urdu
Fluent

Accomplishments

  • Awarded with Best Employee of the Quarter in Four Apple Hotel Management.
  • Awarded with Best Reservation Officer of the Year in Pearl Hotel Management.
  • Awarded three times with best performance Appraisal in GVK EMRI.
  • Awarded 8 times with Best Emergency Officer in GVK EMRI.

Areas of Expertise

  • Keeping Track and analyzing History Forecast, Daily Sales Reports Market segment pick-up, Room Pick-up Report.
  • Maintain Channel Manager systems and change rates accordingly
  • Manage B2B Wholesalers, OTA DMC, XML connectivity Mapping Channel Manager etc.
  • XML integration with Channel Manager STAAH.
  • Analytical, strategic & creative problem-solving skills
  • Ensuring inventory levels exceed demand throughout the market, ensuring rate competitiveness
  • Understand, analyze and identify Trends and Opportunities from Region’s Trading Report, Destination News

Timeline

Cluster Reservation Manager & Revenue Assistant

KVA Hotel Management
03.2025 - Current

Foundation degree - The Fundamentals of Revenue Management

ESSEC Business School
01.2025 - 01.2025

Cluster Reservation Manager/Revenue Assistant

Four Apple Hotel Management
03.2019 - 03.2025

Reservation Supervisor

Pearl Hotel Management
02.2017 - 02.2019

Supervisor

GVK EMRI
02.2015 - 08.2017

MBA - HR

Sikkim Manipal University
10.2013 - 10.2016

Emergency Response Officer

GVK EMRI
07.2011 - 02.2015

Bachelors in Arts - Bachelor of Arts

CMJ University
03.2010 - 03.2012

Diploma in Computer Application - Basics of Computer Science

H.P Solan

Certificate in Revenue Management Foundations - Fundamentals of Revenue

ARMA
Nisha Thakur