
Osama Mashhour
Online Travel | Aviation | Airlines | eTravel | Travel Ecommerce | GDS | OTA
Cairo, EgyptWork Experience
Managing DirectorFull Time
Tazkrti.com
Oct 2022 - Present -2 yrs, 9 months
Egypt , Giza
- Job Details:Oversee day-to-day operations and provide overall strategic and operational leadership of the whole OTA Develop and implement strategies to increase online traffic and revenue Manage all teams of travel agents and customer service representatives Analyze data and market trends to make informed business decisions Negotiate and maintain relationships with partners Ensure customer satisfaction and resolve customer complaints Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and requirements
Co-founder and Managing DirectorFull Time
TravaSky.com
Jan 2022 - Sep 2022 -8 months
Egypt , Cairo
- Job Details:Established foundational processes for business operations. Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time. Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees. Designed the look and feel for the whole website and brand logo. Following-up progress with developers. Reviewed and fully tested the online system and payment gateway to ensure efficiency and avoid future issues. Managed the website launching for both organic “direct” and metasearch. Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies. Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends. Interviewed, supervised and motivated call center and operations staff members to achieve optimal productivity. Coordinated and implemented effective training for over 12 professionals.
OTA ManagerFull Time
Mesafer.com
Jul 2018 - Sep 2020 -2 yrs, 2 months
Egypt , Giza
- Job Details:Managed the set-up of all equipment and furniture for the new branch opening and planned the interior design of the entire place. Recruiting, training, supervising and monitoring staff. Wrote procedural guidelines for a safe and effective operation, ensured compliance with all directives. Help and following up designing and develop the online system. Taking part in planning, developing and implementing organization policies and goals with top level management/owners. Constantly motivating the operations team to hit the targets and ensure company profitability. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and laws. Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins. Investigated complaints to define and correct weak areas. Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees. Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service. Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues. Saved KWD 6600 by implementing new work process Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training. Kept detailed records of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement. Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills. Reviewed established policies and procedures, motivate employees and facilitate smooth operations. Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Service Delivery Manager and Operations ManagerFull Time
CityBookers.com
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 -1 yr
Egypt , Cairo
- Job Details:Managed the whole call center and operations, initiated personnel actions, such as employment, performance evaluations, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures. Trained workers in methods, procedures, and use of equipment and work aids. Managed and trained a staff of more than 50 Customer service and operation agents. Ensured adequate manpower during peak business hours, prepared schedules for almost 50 full-time employees. Directing and coordinating promotion of products or services performed to develop new markets, increase the share of the market, and obtain competitive position in the industry. Handling disciplinary matters and client's complaints. Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies. Maintained proper staffing levels to guarantee timely and accurate deliveries. Supervised operations of 24/7 customer service desk staffed by 48 team members. Evaluated personnel workloads to support capacity planning, adjusting service call scheduling according to available staff. Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground. Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Education
BSW in Social Service
The Higher Institute of Social WorkJan 1998 - Jan 2011 - 13 yr
Vocational in Travel Industry
The Travel Industry Council of OntarioJan 2011
High School - Thanaweya Amma
AlibrahemiaJan 1997
Activities
Tier 2 Trainer at Teleperformance - Egypt
Volunteering
Jun 2012 - Jul 2012 -1 month
Technical Support at Crown Systems
Student Activity
Jan 1999 - May 2000 -1 yr, 4 months
Achievements
- Increased overall sales or bookings through effective sale strategies and partnerships. - Implemented upselling or cross-selling initiatives that boosted average transaction values. - Implemented new technology solutions or automated systems that enhanced operational workflows. - Implemented customer loyalty programs or personalized customer service strategies that improved retention rates. - Launched into new geographic markets or expanded the OTA's product offerings to cater to different customer segments. - Responded effectively to customer feedback and complaints, leading to improved brand reputation and trust. - Built a high-performing team by hiring top talent, providing mentorship, and fostering a positive work culture. - Developed training programs or initiatives that enhanced employee skills and performance.
Skills
- Air ticketing
- AIRLINE RESERVATION
- Travelport Galileo
- Sabre
- Airline Ticketing
- Travel/Tourism
- Ticketing/Aviation
- Global Distribution Systems
- English
- Travel Agencies
Languages
Arabic
FluentEnglish
Fluent
Training & Certifications
TiCO - Travel Industry Council of Ontario
Travel Industry Council of Ontario·2011Galileo
Travelport·2010Amadeus
Amadeus·2009Sabre
Sabre Travel Network·2000