Manju Kumar
SALES & CLIENT ENGAGEMENT - AVIATION | TRAVEL & TOURISM | CORPORATE WELLBEING
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Dynamic and results-driven professional with 18+ years of international & domestic experience across the travel & corporate wellness industries. Skilled at driving sales growth through meaningful client relationships, developing revenue strategies, and ensuring operational excellence. Adept at building cross-functional collaboration and guiding teams to deliver customer-centric outcomes.
Experience
Senior Client Cultivator at Miraaya Innovative Learning Pvt. Ltd. (2018-09 – Present)
- Spearhead client acquisition and retention for Happiitude's Positive Psychology and Well-Being programs.
- Conduct pre-counseling sessions, identify growth opportunities, and design tailored learning solutions.
- Fortify sales processes and communication pipelines, resulting in improved engagement and conversion rates.
- Coordinate with trainers, operations, and marketing teams to ensure consistency in program delivery and participant satisfaction.
- Manage administrative functions including accounting, recruitment, and onboarding.
Assistant Manager, Sales at Thomas Cook India Pvt. Ltd. (2011-02 – 2014-03)
- Drove sales for FIT (Free Independent Travel) and GIT (Group Inclusive Tour) products, consistently surpassing revenue goals.
- Created customized international itineraries and provided expert travel and visa consultation.
- Onboarded over 100 new travelers and maintained a 70% client retention rate through service excellence.
- Streamlined payment processes and resolved on-tour issues with effective alternate arrangements.
Head of Operations at Sondeos, Cimentaciones, Recalces (2006-10 – 2009-10)
- Managed client communication, project billing, and contract compliance for a major construction firm.
- Recovered overdue payments pending for over two years through structured negotiation and follow-ups.
- Oversaw material accounts, conducted monthly audits, and coordinated between finance and site operations teams.
Branch Sales Lead to Area Sales Manager at HALCÓN VIAJES (2003-04 – 2006-09)
- Supervised five branch offices with a 10-member sales team, ensuring consistent performance and client satisfaction.
- Led sales of tour packages, implemented pricing updates, and developed competitive travel itineraries.
- Promoted from Branch Sales Lead to Area Sales Manager on the back of superlative client retention & quick TAT on complaint resolution.
Ground Staff Intern at Air Europa Airlines (2001 – 2002)
- Supported check-in and boarding operations, enhancing passenger experience.
Education
Professional Diploma in Airline Ground Services – Escuela de Delicias, Madrid
Secondary School – Calderón de la Barca School
Spanish Teacher Program – Cálamo & Cran, Madrid
Courses in Advanced Accounting, Marketing Management & Quality Control – Masercisa, Madrid
