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Travel Desk Manager

Location: Pune
Experience: 5+ years in Corporate or VIP Travel Management
Industry: Luxury Hospitality / Corporate Travel

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly experienced Travel Desk Manager to handle end-to-end travel arrangements for the Poonawalla family and business executives. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in luxury and corporate travel, excellent coordination skills, and the ability to manage complex itineraries while ensuring privacy, security, and seamless execution.

Key Responsibilities:

✅ VIP & Corporate Travel Management:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute domestic and international travel for the Poonawalla family and senior executives.
• Handle complex travel itineraries, charter flights, private jets, and luxury accommodations.
• Ensure high-end, personalized travel experiences with a focus on comfort, efficiency, and security.

✅ Logistics & Coordination:

• Arrange visas, passports, forex, and travel insurance as required.
• Coordinate with global travel agencies, airlines, hotels, and concierge services.
• Manage ground transportation, including private chauffeurs and high-security travel when needed.

✅ Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

• Liaise with luxury hotel chains, airlines, embassies, and concierge services for exclusive bookings.
• Build relationships with premium travel agencies and service providers for priority arrangements.
• Negotiate competitive rates for flights, hotels, and transportation while ensuring first-class services.

✅ Crisis & Contingency Planning:

• Monitor geopolitical situations and provide alternate travel plans if necessary.
• Ensure emergency support is available for unexpected travel changes or disruptions.

✅ Budgeting & Reporting:

• Maintain a detailed record of expenses, invoices, and approvals for travel bookings.
• Optimize travel budgets while ensuring top-tier services.

Qualifications & Skills:

✔ Education: Bachelors degree in Hospitality, Business Administration, or Travel Management.
✔ Experience: Minimum 5 years in luxury travel, corporate travel, or hospitality.
✔ Technical Skills: Proficiency in GDS systems (Amadeus, Sabre), Microsoft Office, and CRM tools.
✔ Soft Skills: High attention to detail, discretion, problem-solving, and strong negotiation skills.
✔ Luxury Travel Experience: Prior experience handling HNWIs (High-Net-Worth Individuals), diplomats, or senior executives preferred.

Preferred Experience:

• Strong network in the luxury travel industry (private aviation, 5-star hotels, concierge services).
• Experience working with UHNW families, embassies, or diplomatic personnel.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage last-minute changes efficiently.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Exclusive access to luxury travel networks and partnerships.
• Opportunity to work with one of Indias most prestigious families.