Please turn on your javascript Abdullah Abdullah - Director of Contracts - Hotelme - Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Summary

"MPhil in management sciences (HRM) with a strong educational background in research methodology, data analysis, human resource functions, and administration, as well as eight years of international administrative experience in travel, tourism, hotel reservations, and B2B and B2C e-commerce."

Experience

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Director of Contracts
Hotelme
Jul 2017 - Jan 2018 | Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Markets Assigned: Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Dubai

• Responsible for developing and managing a high quality portfolio of hotel products in designated
areas for all group and FIT business in the designated areas
• Negotiating the best possible rates, allotments and terms and conditions with hotels, which are
suitable for our clients
• Organizing and attending regular business trips, trade shows and industry events
• Securing seasonal, exclusive deals and promotions within the given guidelines
• Preparing and signing contracts with the hotels on behalf of Hotelme
• Responsible for notifying operation team about the hotels stop sales and promotions
• Interacting with existing or potential suppliers to make the most of business opportunities
• Interacting with hotels and accommodation establishments specially from Makkah and Madina to fulfill the Clients Quota for Holy month of Ramadan and Hajj Season

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Key Account Manager
Hotelme
Jan 2017 - Jul 2017 | Makkah, Saudi Arabia

- Identifying Customers needs by Market Orientation and Creating new users for Customers on request
- Focusing on growing and developing of existing Accounts, together with generating new business opportunities
- Acquiring a thorough understanding of key customer needs and requirements
- Ensure the correct products and services are delivered to customers in a timely manner
- Regular meetings, workshops, dissemination of information on what\'s app and Customer visits
- Check and Balance on the Customers Credit Flow and Payment Transfers as per the Agreement
- Serve as the link of communication between key customers and internal teams
- Resolve any issues and problems faced by customers and deal with complaints to maintain trust
- Promoting special packages in order to increase sales and Achieve the target
- Take actions based on daily/weekly analysis on clients’ performance
- Minimum of 2 interactions (visit + call) per week per client with priority and high potential clients
- Conducting direct negotiations with key clients and monitor contract performance

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Branch Manager
Alqafilah Travel and Tourism
Mar 2013 - Dec 2016 | Makkah, Saudi Arabia

– Front-line Customer Service and Assisting passenger with their Travel Needs
– Plan and sell transportation, accommodations, insurance and other travel services
– Cooperate with clients to determine their needs and advise them appropriate destination,
modes of transportation, travel dates, costs and accommodations
– Provide relevant information, brochures and publications (guides, local customs, maps,
regulations, events etc) to travelers
– Book transportation, make hotel reservations and collect payment/fees
- Developed close working relationships with suppliers
– Use promotional techniques and prepare promotional materials to sell itinerary tour packages
– Deal with occurring travel problems, complaints or refunds
– Attend travel seminars to remain updated with tourism trends
– Enter data into our software and maintain client files
– Network with tour operators
– Maintain statistical and financial records
– Meet profit and sales targets

Education

University of Peshawar
Bachelor, Bachelors, Bachelors in Business Administration, BBA‎
Human Resource Development and Management
CGPA 3.5/4
2011

Languages

Expert Pashto
Expert Urdu
Intermediate Arabic
Expert English