Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Interests
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Azim Shaikh

Azim Shaikh

Relationship Manager & Corporate Travel Manager
Pune

Summary

Innovative Relationship Manager focused on developing strategic business opportunities by delivering exemplary service to each client's individual needs. Respected professional with exceptional knowledge regarding risk management. Business-driven Relationship Manager always finding successful ways to acquire new clients and foster lucrative relationships. A determined leader with over 15 years of assisting clients with financial planning processes and assessing financial data. Offering dynamic collaboration and decision making skills.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Cluster Manager - Central Procurement Unit

Bajaj Finance Limited
03.2025 - Current

Handling International & Domestic Travel and MICE for Bajaj Finance Limited employees.


Handling PAN INDIA Employee Gifting


Handling PAN INDIA Guest House Set up


Vendor Empanelment, Contracting, Agreements

Senior Unit Manager - Central Procurement Unit

Bajaj Finance Limited
07.2023 - 03.2025

Handling International & Domestic Travel and MICE for Bajaj Finance Limited employees.


Handling PAN INDIA Employee Gifting


Handling PAN INDIA Guest House Set up


Vendor Empanelment, Contracting, Agreements

Independent Contractor

Global Venture Enterprises
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Built and maintained relationships with new and existing clients while providing high level of expertise.
  • Communicated regularly with clients to understand needs, evaluate current product use and cross-sell new products.
  • Worked with Sales, Operations, Vendors and accounts departments to facilitate communication and deliver personalized solutions to customers.
  • Achieved goals for sale of MRB products and services and exceeded performance metrics for customer service.
  • Developed and cultivated lucrative relationships with both new and existing clients through effective communication and exemplary interpersonal skills.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify areas of improvement and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss innovative strategies to improve services.
  • Created and maintained databases to track customer discussions and preferences for accurate, updated records.
  • Monitored customer feedback and generated reports to identify areas of improvement.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures

Corporate Travel Manager

Thomas Cook India Ltd
04.2007 - 12.2021
  • Prepared necessary travel documentation for national and international trips to diverse locations.
  • Worked closely with top executives and assistants to meet compliance with strict business schedules.
  • Handled all aspects of client complaints by maintaining quality communications and establishing productive relationships.
  • Contributed to development and implementation of travel booking processes, procedures and systems to reduce costs by 5-10%.
  • Managed more than 20 business accounts with strong focus on achieving high levels of client praises and loyalty.
  • Administered customer surveys to measure satisfaction with services and better understand desires and expectations.
  • Promoted dedicated customer service and support by promptly resolving customer complaints.
  • Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Helped customers with passport and visa applications.
  • Consistently fostered business growth by delivering first-rate travel advising and itineraries to develop valuable client relationships.
  • Organized memorable and exquisite travel itineraries and vacations for high-level clients, celebrities, politicians and business executives.
  • Recommended travel insurance plans to customers to reduce uncertainty and risk of financial loss.
  • Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of travel industry trends, regulations and best practices to better serve customers.
  • Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and rental car reservations.
  • Communicated benefits and information regarding international travel insurance with clients and obtained best rates.
  • Assisted clients with flight changes and cancellations to minimize travel disruptions.

Education

Advance Diploma in Aviation Management - Aviation Management

Tradewings Institute
Pune
03.2006 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Marathwada Mitra Mandal College of Commerce (MMCC)
Pune
06.2001 - 04.2005

Skills

    Relationship building and management

    New business generation

    Business relationship cultivation

    Product knowledge

    Client Relationships

    Sales expertise

    Business Development

Accomplishments

    Awarded with “Roll Of Honour / MD Award” Award for the year 2013 for exemplary performance.

    Awarded with “Roll Of Honour / MD Award” Award for the year 2020 for exemplary performance.

Affiliations

Associated with TAAI Committee (Travel Agent's Association of India)

Interests

Sports - Football, Cricket, Tennis

Political Affairs

Timeline

Cluster Manager - Central Procurement Unit

Bajaj Finance Limited
03.2025 - Current

Senior Unit Manager - Central Procurement Unit

Bajaj Finance Limited
07.2023 - 03.2025

Independent Contractor

Global Venture Enterprises
01.2022 - 07.2023

Corporate Travel Manager

Thomas Cook India Ltd
04.2007 - 12.2021

Advance Diploma in Aviation Management - Aviation Management

Tradewings Institute
03.2006 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Marathwada Mitra Mandal College of Commerce (MMCC)
06.2001 - 04.2005
Azim ShaikhRelationship Manager & Corporate Travel Manager