Surinder Sandhu
Travel Sales Consultant
About
Travel Sales Consultant with 8+ years of experience in international travel sales, customer service, and GDS operations (Amadeus). Proven expertise in handling inbound/outbound sales calls, global customer queries, objection handling, and conversion-driven sales. Skilled in delivering high-quality customer experience while achieving sales targets in fast-paced BPO environments and Online Travel agency Expertise (OTA).
Experience
Senior Travel Sales Consultant - Social Web Catalyst Technologies Pvt. Ltd. - New Delhi
(2023-11 - 2026-04)
- Handled inbound and outbound sales calls, emails, and chat support for international customers (PPC campaigns).
- Managed end-to-end travel bookings including flights, hotels, and sightseeing arrangements.
- Promoted and sold international travel itineraries (US/UK/WORLDWIDE customers) based on customer requirements, budget, and preferences.
Senior Travel Sales Consultant - Om Prime Technology Pvt. Ltd. - Gurgaon
(2022-09 - 2023-06)
- Managed high-volume inbound and outbound international sales calls.
- Used CMS systems for lead tracking, follow-ups, and conversion management.
- Handled customer objections, pricing concerns, and provided suitable travel solutions to increase conversion rate.
- Ensured smooth operational support for international travel requests and revenue processes.
- Handled end-to-end travel bookings including flights, hotels, Travel Insurance.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction through effective query resolution and service excellence.
Sr. Executive – Revenue / Operations - Meta Minds Technologies Pvt. Ltd. - Gurgaon
(2018-06 - 2022-01)
- Performed airline reservations, ticketing, and queue management using Amadeus GDS.
- Coordinated with airlines for inventory management and fare updates.
- Supported operational revenue functions and booking accuracy improvement.
- Managed ticket cancellations, exchanges, seat assignments, and baggage services.
- Handled customer objections related to pricing, availability, and itinerary changes.
- Maintained accuracy in PNR creation, modifications, and ticketing workflows.
- Utilized CRM tools for lead tracking, follow-ups, and conversion management.
Process Associate – Hotels.com - Expedia (InterGlobe Technologies Pvt. Ltd.) - Gurgaon
(2016-04 - 2018-01)
- Handled hotel booking inquiries and customer support operations.
- Assisted customers with reservations, modifications, and cancellations.
- Coordinated with vendors and internal teams for smooth booking operations.
- Ensured high customer satisfaction through effective communication and resolution of travel-related queries.
- Ensured smooth operational support for international travel requests and revenue processes.
Education
IATA/UFTAA Foundation - Travel & Tourism - IATA Training & Development Institute (2011 - 2014)
Travel & Tourism Consultant - Travel & Tourism - IATA Training & Development Institute (2011 - 2014)
Travel Management - Travel & Tourism - IATA Training & Development Institute (2011 - 2014)
Travel & Tourism - Travel & Tourism - New Delhi YMCA Institute for Career Studies (2008 - 2010)
Air Ticketing & Fare Calculation - Travel & Tourism - New Delhi YMCA Institute for Career Studies (2008 - 2010)
Airport Handling - Travel & Tourism - New Delhi YMCA Institute for Career Studies (2008 - 2010)
