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Gaurav Gangurde

Gaurav Gangurde

Revenue Management
Mumbai

Summary

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Revenue Manager

SGAS Consultants LLP / Blue Sky Hospitality Soluti
05.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented pricing strategies that optimized revenue streams across multiple business units.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to inform pricing decisions and enhance profitability.
  • Led cross-functional teams to streamline revenue processes, resulting in improved efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Managed budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market conditions.
  • Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to create targeted campaigns that boosted customer acquisition and retention rates.

Associate Director of Revenue Management

Stone Wood Hotels and Resorts
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Led cross-departmental initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, resulting in improved project delivery timelines and enhanced team collaboration.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans that aligned departmental goals with organizational objectives
  • Oversaw the recruitment and training of new staff, ensuring alignment with company culture and operational standards to maintain high-performance teams.
  • Facilitated regular performance reviews and provided mentorship to team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team effectiveness.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitive landscape to inform strategic decision-making, enabling proactive adjustments to business strategies that increased market share.
  • Led teams of up to 20 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on professional development opportunities and career progression paths within the company.


Revenue Manager

Sahara Hospitality
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Performed month-end reconciliation and developed reporting metrics in coordination with corporate finance executives.
  • Hired, trained and managed revenue department team members and developed engaged, high-functioning performers.
  • Worked within core team to streamline business processes and internal controls, resulting in scalable and detailed set of procedures.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, and Revenue Forecast.

Cluster Revenue Manager

Marriott International
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked flexible hours across weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Performed month-end reports and analysed metrics.
  • Prepared and Revenue Forecast

Assistant Revenue Manager

The Leela Mumbai
06.2019 - 09.2022
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Completed reports, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Prepared Group Quotes
  • Completed Rate Loadings and maintained strong follow up on corporate rate contracting

Flight Analyst

Jet Airways
06.2016 - 12.2018
  • Managed inventory of all flights from DEL-IXC-DEL & ATQ-DEL-ATQ
  • Completed Monthly Forecast and Weekly Reports
  • Worked Directly on Sabre GDS to update inventory

Revenue Supervisor

Trident Bandra Kurla
11.2011 - 06.2016
  • This was my first assignment in Revenue Management after working for Reservations for a Year and after completing Oberoi Supervisor Development Program
  • Managed Group Lead Follow ups with Sales Team.
  • Assisted Revenue Manager with daily reports and analysis

Concierge

Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport
09.2010 - 10.2011
  • Facilitated visitor requests for dining and tourist attractions by researching various venues and locales.
  • Maintained front desk's concierge book to provide visitors with access to relevant local information.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and offered directions to key amenities to cultivate quality hotel experiences.
  • Coordinated ground and air travel arrangements for business and leisure customers to support satisfaction.
  • Developed relationships with local businesses to secure discounts and special offers for guests.
  • Facilitated guest check-in and check-out processes to reduce wait times and increase guest convenience.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Hotel And Hospitality Management

IHMCT&AN
Goa
06.2007 - 04.2010

MBA - Strategy

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management
Mumbai
05.2001 -

Skills

Amadeus: Agency 360 & Demand 360

Timeline

Sr Revenue Manager

SGAS Consultants LLP / Blue Sky Hospitality Soluti
05.2024 - Current

Associate Director of Revenue Management

Stone Wood Hotels and Resorts
09.2023 - 05.2024

Revenue Manager

Sahara Hospitality
02.2023 - 08.2023

Cluster Revenue Manager

Marriott International
09.2022 - 01.2023

Assistant Revenue Manager

The Leela Mumbai
06.2019 - 09.2022

Flight Analyst

Jet Airways
06.2016 - 12.2018

Revenue Supervisor

Trident Bandra Kurla
11.2011 - 06.2016

Concierge

Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport
09.2010 - 10.2011

Bachelor of Science - Hotel And Hospitality Management

IHMCT&AN
06.2007 - 04.2010

MBA - Strategy

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management
05.2001 -
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