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Saikat Nag

New Delhi

Summary

Accomplished in transforming corporate travel management at Navan, I leveraged analytical thinking and leadership to elevate C-SAT to 94%. Expert in strategic cost reduction and fostering strong vendor relationships, my tenure is marked by enhancing client satisfaction and operational excellence. Accomplished management professional adept at building high-performing teams. Proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and implement innovative solutions to complex business challenges. Committed to delivering results that exceed expectations while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth. Personable and dedicated customer service representative with extensive experience in industry. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Articulate, enthusiastic and results-oriented with demonstrated passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager - Travel

Berry Journeys Pvt. Ltd.
Gurugram
04.2024 - Current
  • Team management and operations oversight
  • Managing all aspects of branch operations
  • Maintained high morale among team members
  • Oversaw profit and loss of the corporate travel
  • Managed MIS, online product issues, travel policy implementation
  • Developed relationships with airlines, hotels, car vendors, suppliers
  • Negotiated better deals and cost savings for corporates
  • Address travel-related issues promptly
  • Monitored and analyzed travel expenditure trends
  • Handling project for managing the onboarding of new and existing client

Manager - Travel experience

Navan (Formerly known as trip action)
Gurugram
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Team management and operations oversight
  • Managed APAC travel operations for 28,000 employees
  • Oversaw a budget of US$ 600 million
  • Led a team of travel counselors
  • Maintained high morale among team members
  • Conducted team development and training
  • Handled corporate accounts including Hindustan Unilever, Adobe
  • Managed MIS, online product issues, travel policy implementation
  • Developed relationships with airlines, hotels, car vendors, suppliers
  • Negotiated better deals and cost savings for corporates
  • Operated travel management processes
  • Implemented customer service improvements
  • Increased C-SAT from 76% to 94%
  • Improved NPS from 7.2 to 9.2%
  • Presented performance dashboards to stakeholders
  • Achievements:
  • Increased C-SAT to 94%
  • Improved NPS to 9.2%
  • Enhanced client relationships

Senior Manager - Corporate Administration

Renew Power Pvt. Ltd.
Gurugram
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Operations management and strategic development
  • Led travel services for a 2500-employee base in India and U.K
  • Managed events and conferences
  • Handled a budget of US$ 250 million
  • Executed new travel technologies
  • Achieved cost savings and risk reduction
  • Promoted preferred supplier programs
  • Reviewed vendor and supplier performance
  • Managed travel for executive and expat employees
  • Handled corporate deals and RFP management
  • Sourced new vendors and suppliers
  • Set and monitored annual savings goals
  • Developed strategic travel policies
  • Collaborated with internal departments and key stakeholders
  • Achievements:
  • Streamlined travel services
  • Enhanced corporate travel policies
  • Strengthened vendor relationships

Lead Travel Counselor

American Express Global Business Travel
Gurugram
12.2018 - 05.2022
  • Client service management and team leadership
  • Managed travel services for key clients
  • Led a team of 17 consultants
  • Provided VIP travel management
  • Handled travel for high-profile individuals
  • Prepared savings reports for clients
  • Maintained client relationship through regular meetings
  • Managed escalation logs and SOP documentation
  • Supported new client onboarding
  • Collaborated with the product team on tool enhancements
  • Achievements:
  • Supported successful client onboarding
  • Improved corporate travel programs

Team Lead

SOTC Travel Ltd.
New Delhi
09.2017 - 12.2018

Sr. Travel Counselor

American Express Global Business Travel
Gurugram
08.2014 - 03.2017

Sr. Executive

Kuoni Business Travel Pvt. Ltd.
New Delhi
02.2011 - 08.2014

Education

Bachelor in Commerce - Pass

Delhi University
New Delhi, India

Skills

  • Traveler support
  • Corporate Travel Policy Development
  • Traveler engagement
  • Budget and financial management
  • Supplier management
  • Travel data and expenditure analysis
  • Client Account Management
  • Strategic cost reduction
  • Visa & Documentation Management
  • Project Management & Problem Solving
  • Continuous improvement
  • Technology and system management
  • Vendor contracts
  • Negotiation & Cost Control
  • Travel program management
  • Compliance and governance
  • Negotiation
  • Adaptability
  • Analytical thinking
  • Leadership
  • Collaborative
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to details
  • Continuous learning
  • Communication
  • Time management
  • Risk management
  • Stakeholders management
  • Teamwork
  • Business performance management
  • Reporting oversight
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Organizational development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Budget oversight
  • Operations management

Accomplishments

  • Successfully managed a complex APAC region travel operation, scaling up customer satisfaction and operational KPIs.
  • Recognized for exemplary leadership in administering corporate travel and administration, consistently achieving annual savings goals and improving service quality.

Timeline

Senior Manager - Travel

Berry Journeys Pvt. Ltd.
04.2024 - Current

Manager - Travel experience

Navan (Formerly known as trip action)
05.2023 - 11.2023

Senior Manager - Corporate Administration

Renew Power Pvt. Ltd.
05.2022 - 05.2023

Lead Travel Counselor

American Express Global Business Travel
12.2018 - 05.2022

Team Lead

SOTC Travel Ltd.
09.2017 - 12.2018

Sr. Travel Counselor

American Express Global Business Travel
08.2014 - 03.2017

Sr. Executive

Kuoni Business Travel Pvt. Ltd.
02.2011 - 08.2014

Bachelor in Commerce - Pass

Delhi University
Saikat Nag