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Viraj Sapte

Viraj Sapte

Pune

Summary

Results-oriented Revenue Manager with a proven track record in optimizing revenue and enhancing profitability within the hospitality industry. Strong communicator with a keen understanding of market dynamics, committed to achieving revenue goals while ensuring an exceptional guest experience.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Revenue Manager

Voye Homes
06.2023 - Current
  • Experience in developing and executing dynamic pricing models
  • Familiar with cutting-edge revenue management software
  • Manage inventory and allocations to optimize revenue and occupancy.
  • Monitor and manage distribution channels, including OTAs, GDS, and direct booking channels.
  • Develop strategies to address unforeseen challenges

Assistant Revenue Manager

Novotel
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Collaborate with Revenue Manager in setting and adjusting room rates based on demand and market conditions.
  • Monitor channel performance and assist in optimizing channel mix.
  • Work closely with sales, marketing, and reservations teams to ensure alignment in revenue management strategies.

Assistant Reservation Manager

Crown Plaza Hotel
02.2019 - 05.2021
  • Generate regular reports on reservation statistics, trends, and performance.
  • Manage group reservations and coordinate with the sales team to accommodate group bookings.
  • Work with the Revenue Manager to manage room inventory and allocations.
  • Assist in training, mentoring, and supervising reservation staff.

Assistant Reservation Manager

The Lalit Golf & Spa Resort
07.2018 - 01.2019
  • Communicate effectively with front office staff to ensure seamless check-in/check-out processes.
  • Handle escalated customer issues and find satisfactory resolutions.
  • Leverage technology to streamline reservation processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of reservation records and documentation.

Reservation and Revenue Executive

Novotel
05.2017 - 07.2018
  • Handle reservation inquiries, modifications, and cancellations.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of promotions, packages, and pricing strategies.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of reservation records.

Reservation Supervisor

Courtyard By Marriott
11.2015 - 04.2017
  • Manage group reservations, collaborating with the sales team to accommodate special requests and negotiate terms
  • Coordinate and manage reservations to ensure an exceptional guest experience.
  • Reviewing daily reports (Arrival, Reservation Enter On, Rate Check) for error-free PMS management.

Reservation Associate

Radisson Blu Hotel
08.2014 - 11.2015
  • Monitor and enhance room sales techniques and maximize revenue through upselling, and manage group bookings and end-to-end reservation processes.
  • Maintain and update all room reservation transactions and availability for efficient operations.
  • Sets room rates using hotel's sales strategies.

Reservation Associate

Holiday Inn
06.2013 - 07.2014
  • Respond positively to sales inquiries to cultivate future leads.
  • Identifying relevant sales opportunities
  • Collaborate with sales department, oversee communication for group bookings, manage calendars.

Education

Bachelor of Hotel Management & Catering Technology -

AISSMS College of Hotel Management
Pune

HSC in Commerce -

Symbiosis College Of Arts & Commerce
Pune

SSC -

PES Modern English Medium School
Pune

Skills

    Revenue Management software

    Analytical skills

    Financial Acumen

    Strategic Thinking

    Market Knowledge

Timeline

Revenue Manager

Voye Homes
06.2023 - Current

Assistant Revenue Manager

Novotel
02.2022 - 03.2023

Assistant Reservation Manager

Crown Plaza Hotel
02.2019 - 05.2021

Assistant Reservation Manager

The Lalit Golf & Spa Resort
07.2018 - 01.2019

Reservation and Revenue Executive

Novotel
05.2017 - 07.2018

Reservation Supervisor

Courtyard By Marriott
11.2015 - 04.2017

Reservation Associate

Radisson Blu Hotel
08.2014 - 11.2015

Reservation Associate

Holiday Inn
06.2013 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Hotel Management & Catering Technology -

AISSMS College of Hotel Management

HSC in Commerce -

Symbiosis College Of Arts & Commerce

SSC -

PES Modern English Medium School
Viraj Sapte