HARISH CHANDRA PRASAD DHIRAVATH
Hyderabad
Summary
Experienced Travel Executive with a proven track record in organising international conferences, managing complex travel arrangements, and overseeing administrative tasks. Demonstrated expertise in SAP Concur and SAP Business Intelligence solutions, enhancing expense management and data analysis capabilities. Adept at negotiating with vendors to secure essential add-ons, optimising system functionality. Skilled in itinerary planning, cross-cultural communication, and financial acumen. Career goal: To leverage extensive travel coordination experience to drive operational efficiency and client satisfaction in a dynamic environment. Travel professional managing client itineraries, bookings, and logistics. Skilled in coordinating international and domestic travel, ensuring seamless experiences. Strong background in customer service, resolving issues promptly, and maintaining positive client relationships. Strategic leader with proven track record in driving organizational success and fostering team collaboration. Adept at developing and implementing high-impact strategies, ensuring operational excellence, and adapting to dynamic business environments. Strong communicator with expertise in project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement, consistently delivering measurable results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Executive
NTT DATA Services
02.2026 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive travel itineraries to optimize client experiences.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate rates and secure preferred accommodations.
- Provided strategic guidance on travel policies to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Analyzed travel trends to identify cost-saving opportunities for clients.
- Managed travel logistics, including transportation arrangements and itinerary adjustments.
- Conducted post-travel evaluations to enhance future service offerings based on client feedback.
- Coordinated complex multi-city itineraries that catered to individual preferences while maximizing group cohesion.
- Established strong relationships with industry partners, leading to exclusive deals and offers for clients.
- Organized large-scale group travel arrangements, ensuring seamless logistics for both domestic and international trips.
- Enhanced travel experience for clients by researching and recommending unique destinations and activities.
- Coordinated logistics for complex travel arrangements, ensuring seamless transitions between flights, accommodations, and activities.
- Provided expert advice on visa requirements, assisting clients through the application process as needed.
- Streamlined booking processes for increased efficiency and faster reservation confirmations.
- Managed complex travel arrangements with attention to detail, ensuring seamless itineraries for business travelers.
- Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
- Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
- Followed up with customers to increase customer service with travel plans.
- Updated and maintained customer databases to increase customer retention.
Sr. Travel Executive
ZF Passive Safety Systems India Pvt Ltd
11.2024 - 02.2026
- Organised successful international conferences, including logistics, accommodation, and transportation for all attendees.
- Managed complex travel arrangements for executives, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries to maximise efficiency.
- Oversaw administrative tasks, including appointment scheduling, billing, and patient records management.
- Used SAP Concur to set up and complete employee expense payments, enhancing expense management processes.
- Designed and implemented SAP Business Intelligence solutions to enhance data analysis and reporting capabilities for clients.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure essential SAP add-ons, enhancing system functionality and business process outcomes.
- Coordinated travel arrangements, including bookings and itinerary planning, for stress-free trips.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and accommodations for staff, contributing to seamless business operations.
- Managed travel arrangements for staff, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries, optimising budgets.
- Facilitated group travel arrangements, coordinating with schools and organisations for smooth transit.
- Organised travel arrangements for senior staff, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries.
- Developed customized travel itineraries based on client preferences and budget constraints.
- Coordinated logistics for domestic and international travel, ensuring seamless experiences for clients.
- Managed relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts to secure competitive rates and quality services.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging travel trends, enhancing offerings and client satisfaction.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in customer service and travel planning processes.
- Streamlined booking procedures using advanced reservation systems, improving overall efficiency by 30%.
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends and developments to provide informed guidance to clients.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure competitive rates, resulting in cost savings for clients.
Jr. Travel Executive
Hyundai Mobis R & D Centre
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Coordinated complex travel itineraries, optimizing routes and schedules for executive clients.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
- Led strategic planning sessions to align travel services with organizational objectives.
- Analyzed client feedback to implement service improvements and enhance overall experience.
- Monitored global news events closely maintaining awareness of potential impacts on upcoming trips helping clients make informed decisions about their travel plans.
- Implemented effective time management strategies for prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
- Negotiated exclusive deals with vendors, resulting in cost savings and added value for clients.
- Coordinated seamless communication between clients, airlines, hotels, transportation providers, and other stakeholders involved in each trip itinerary.
- Utilized selling skills to determine client needs, create memorable vacations, close sales and build customer relationships.
- Streamlined booking processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in reservations management.
- Established strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Administrative Executive
Greenko Group
07.2019 - 11.2023
- Led administrative team in coordinating office operations and improving workflow efficiency.
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee productivity.
- Mentored junior staff, providing training on best practices for administrative processes.
- Streamlined scheduling and resource allocation, reducing operational bottlenecks within departments.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines and optimizing resource usage.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support project execution and enhance communication channels.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to secure advantageous terms for the organization.
- Conducted performance evaluations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement among team members.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion by maintaining confidentiality in accordance with company guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Sabarmati University
Ahmedabad04-2019
MPC - undefined
Narayana Junior College
Hyderabad03-2016
High school or equivalent - undefined
St. Mary's High School
Hyderabad04-2014
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Executive support
- Administrative skills
- Quality management
- Vendor negotiations
- Motivation
- Workflow planning
- Strong communication skills
- Multitasking proficiency
- Time management mastery
- Emergency response preparedness
- Expert itinerary planning
- Global travel coordination
- Travel policy compliance
- Team leadership experience
- Corporate event planning
- Travel research
- Hotel accommodations
- High volume environments
- Relationship management
- Travel insurance
- Global destinations
- Travel arrangements
Languages
English
Hindi
Telugu
Timeline
Travel Executive
NTT DATA Services
02.2026 - Current
Sr. Travel Executive
ZF Passive Safety Systems India Pvt Ltd
11.2024 - 02.2026
Jr. Travel Executive
Hyundai Mobis R & D Centre
11.2023 - 11.2024
Administrative Executive
Greenko Group
07.2019 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Sabarmati University
MPC - undefined
Narayana Junior College
High school or equivalent - undefined
St. Mary's High School