Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Firdaus Sayyed

Mumbai
Firdaus Sayyed

Summary

Sr. Training Specialist

  • Highly motivated and experienced Travel Industry Trainer with a passion for empowering teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Seeking an opportunity to utilize my extensive knowledge of the travel industry and training expertise to drive employee development and enhance overall service quality.
  • A hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Firstline & Support Etraveli Group India Pvt. Ltd

Sr. Trainer
10.2016 - Current

Job overview

I began my journey as a travel consultant with Flightnetwork.com, a Canadian-based online travel website. My primary responsibilities involved utilizing the Apollo GDS tool to handle tasks such as making new bookings, rebooking flights, and processing cancellations based on customer requests.

Later on, Flightnetwork.com was acquired by Etraveli Group, where I continued my role as a travel consultant associate. At Etraveli, I expanded my expertise to work with various GDS systems, including Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo, and NDC portals, as well as handling Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs). Due to my exemplary performance, I was promoted to the Firstline Support Team.

  • Conducted post-training evaluations with participants to assess the effectiveness of instruction.
  • Supported other departments within the organization by providing specialized training services upon request.
  • Created and facilitated engaging learning activities that promoted knowledge retention.

As my experience grew, I transitioned into a part-time Support Trainer role, and eventually, I was appointed as a full-time Trainer for both the Support and Firstline Teams.

Emirates

Travel Associate
08.2015 - 06.2016

Job overview

During my time as a travel associate at Emirates, my role primarily involved managing new bookings, rebooking, and cancellations. I was proficient in using a tool called Easymars to carry out these tasks.

  • Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Researched and kept abreast of new travel destinations, attractions, hotels and restaurants to increase services offered.

Cleartrip, India Pvt. Ltd
Mumbai

Travel Consultant
01.2010 - 06.2015

Job overview

  • With various GDS systems, including Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo, and NDC portals, as well as handling Low-Cost Carriers (LCC's)
  • Due to my exemplary performance, I was promoted to the Firstline Support Team
  • As my experience grew, I transitioned into a part-time Support Trainer role, and eventually, I was appointed as a full-time Trainer for both the Support and Firstline
  • Teams
  • During my time as a travel associate at Emirates, my role primarily involved managing new bookings, rebooking, and cancellations
  • I was proficient in using a tool called Easymars to carry out these tasks
  • Where I had the opportunity to work with Amadeus, Galileo, and various Low-Cost Carriers (LCC's)
  • Throughout my tenure, my responsibilities included managing escalations, making amendments to existing bookings, processing cancellations and refunds, and catering to corporate clients
  • I feel honored to have received the "Achiever of the Year" award in my very first year with the company
  • I used to be employed at Go First, previously known as Go Air, where I worked as a, During my time there, I was responsible for managing tasks related to amendment, cancellation, refunds, and other travel-related services using the "RADIXX" tool.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Go Airline

Travel Consultant
01.2010 - 06.2010

Job overview

I used to be employed at Go First, previously known as Go Air, where I worked as a travel consultant from January 2010 to June 2010. During my time there, I was responsible for managing tasks related to amendment, cancellation, refunds, and other travel-related services using the "RADIXX" tool.

Education

Higher Secondary M.G. College
, Manmad, Maharashtra.

Skills

  • Technology Proficiency, Coaching & mentoring: Familiarity with travel booking systems, GDS tools, and other travel-related technology to efficiently demonstrate and train on these platforms Coaching and Mentoring: Providing ongoing support and guidance to trainees, offering coaching and mentoring to enhance their skills and performance
  • Product and Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of various travel products, services, and industry trends to keep the training content relevant and up-to-date
  • Improve the learning experience
  • Training and Facilitation: Expertise in designing and delivering engaging training sessions and workshops to effectively transfer knowledge and skills to travel consultants and support teams
  • Communication and Presentation: Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey information clearly, concisely, and in an engaging manner
  • Interpersonal Skills: The ability to build rapport with trainees, understand their learning needs, and provide constructive feedback to help them improve their performance
  • Problem-solving: Being able to address challenges that arise during training and find creative solutions to improve the learning experience
  • Proficiency in Excel Making reports and sharing it with the stakeholders

Additional Information

I have a great passion for traveling, as it allows me to immerse myself in different cultures and gain valuable insights into various aspects of life. Apart from that, I thoroughly enjoy reading autobiographies, listening to podcasts, and exploring various aspects of the aviation industry, such as different aircraft and fascinating fun facts related to them.

Timeline

Sr. Trainer

Firstline & Support Etraveli Group India Pvt. Ltd
10.2016 - Current

Travel Associate

Emirates
08.2015 - 06.2016

Travel Consultant

Cleartrip, India Pvt. Ltd
01.2010 - 06.2015

Travel Consultant

Go Airline
01.2010 - 06.2010

Higher Secondary M.G. College

Firdaus Sayyed