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Faisal Hussein

Faisal Hussein

Purchasing Manager
Hurghada

Summary

Professional Purchasing manager expert with proven ability to oversee complex agreements and ensure compliance. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results in dynamic environments. Reliable and adaptable, with skills in negotiation and strategic planning.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Manager

TUI
11.2016 - Current
  • Supported and improved end-to-end contracting process.
  • Negotiated short- and long-term hotel agreements. .including prepayment deals, for key source markets.
  • Delivered on bed briefs by securing competitive rates. managing risk, and developing supplier partnerships.
  • Optimized hotel cost base to maximize profitability across assigned regions.
  • Supported Strategic Destination Development.
  • Managed overseas accommodation budget, including. contract values, commitments, deposits, and cash flow.
  • Met individual hotel and area targets through contract negotiations, re-negotiations, and late/ad-hoc buying.
  • Contributed to product selection and range management; identified opportunities for joint ventures and long-term partnerships.
  • Maintained strong supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of services.
  • Secured cost savings through effective contract and pricing negotiations.
  • Monitored supplier performance via regular audits, ensuring compliance with contracts and quality standards.
  • . Supported any ad hoc renegotiation activity as determined by the trading conditions of the market

Revenue Manager

TUI
11.2012 - 11.2016
  • Rolled out TUI 1st online System DESTIMO to all partners in Egypt.
  • Rolled out TUI 1st online content management to all partners in Egypt.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
  • Negotiated exclusive deals for marketing campaigns targeting various source markets.
  • Built and maintained strong communication with hotel partners.
  • Renegotiated rates regularly to optimize short- and long-term profitability.
  • Participated in contracting meetings to review performance and set revenue-driven plans.
  • Supported purchasing by securing urgent contracts and reaching out to hard-to-contact partners.
  • Ensured smooth collaboration with internal departments including Purchasing, PM, Trading, and Revenue Management.
  • Monitored DESTIMO system for accurate allocations, stop sales, release periods, and loaded offers.
  • Delivered DESTIMO system training sessions to hotel partners.
  • Supported and monitored the back-office team’s performance and workflow.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored new team members.

Tour Leader

TUI
04.2000 - 10.2012
  • Welcomed clients upon airport arrival, delivering a courteous and seamless introduction to the company’s services.
  • Efficiently coordinated high-volume client arrivals while maintaining personalized service standards.
  • Acted as the company liaison at partner hotels, managing guest needs and resolving service-related issues promptly.
  • Facilitated orientation sessions and provided detailed guidance to ensure clients were fully informed and supported throughout their stay.
  • Resolved a diverse range of client concerns, contributing to improved satisfaction metrics and positive guest feedback.
  • Strengthened collaboration with hotel staff, enhancing communication and optimizing the overall guest experience.
  • Collaborated with internal teams by providing support to back-office staff, ensuring smooth coordination of guest services.

Tour Leader

Travco travel
08.1998 - 03.2000
  • Welcomed clients upon airport arrival, delivering a courteous and seamless introduction to the company’s services.
  • Efficiently coordinated high-volume client arrivals while maintaining personalized service standards.
  • Acted as the company liaison at partner hotels, managing guest needs and resolving service-related issues promptly.
  • Facilitated orientation sessions and provided detailed guidance to ensure clients were fully informed and supported throughout their stay.
  • Resolved a diverse range of client concerns, contributing to improved satisfaction metrics and positive guest feedback.
  • Strengthened collaboration with hotel staff, enhancing communication and optimizing the overall guest experience.

Education

No Degree - Egyptology

Helwan University
Cairo
04.2001 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Germanistik (German, English & Arabic)

Ain Shams University - Faculty of Al-Alsun
Cairo
04.2001 - 01.1995

Skills

  • Effective negotiation skills
  • Effective team collaboration
  • Strong organizational abilities
  • Communication
  • Adaptable learner
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Results-driven
  • Team collaboration management

Residency

Hurghada, Egypt

Personal Information

  • Citizenship: Egyptian
  • Date of Birth: 02/24/73
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Purchasing Manager

TUI
11.2016 - Current

Revenue Manager

TUI
11.2012 - 11.2016

No Degree - Egyptology

Helwan University
04.2001 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Germanistik (German, English & Arabic)

Ain Shams University - Faculty of Al-Alsun
04.2001 - 01.1995

Tour Leader

TUI
04.2000 - 10.2012

Tour Leader

Travco travel
08.1998 - 03.2000
Faisal HusseinPurchasing Manager