Thu Dao Email and Phone Number
With over 15 years in the travel industry, I have journeyed through various roles encompassing Operations, Reservations, Sales, Inbound/Outbound Markets, Hospitality, and Corporate Travel. I possess over a decade of expertise in hotel contracting and supplier management, and have honed a data-driven approach to business performance analysis, which enhances our buying strategy at every turn.In my previous role, I managed Contracting teams across five countries in Southeast Asia, coaching and leading them through contracting processes and supplier management best practices. Currently, I am stepping into a global role to support the digital transformation of Product and Contracting, implementing best practices in pricing negotiation, supplier compliance, and product distribution to maximize business potential globally.
Discova
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- discova.com
- Employees:
- 443
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Group Supply Business Intelligence LeaderDiscovaHo Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vn
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Global Discipline Team Leader, Product & ContractingDiscova Jul 2024 - PresentHo Chi Minh City, Vietnam- Assisting the Global Discipline Leader in developing and executing strategic Product and Procurement processes.- Maintaining and developing SOPs for the Product & Contracting Department to ensure seamless coordination in product-to-market delivery.- Acting as Project Manager, working closely with stakeholders to develop and implement best practices and guidelines.- Supporting the digital transformation of supplier and product management globally.
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Regional Contracting ManagerDiscova Sep 2020 - Jul 2024Bangkok, Bangkok City, Thailand- Led Contracting teams across five Southeast Asian countries.- Coached team members on pricing negotiation and supplier management, ensuring adherence to global standards.- Developed and executed annual contracting plans, managing supplier purchasing, and driving best practice contract negotiations.- Developed a product strategy to ensure a "best in market" range of products and services.
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Product & Contracting Leader In Discova VietnamDiscova Nov 2015 - Sep 2020Ho Chi Minh City- Conducted strategic negotiations to reduce COGS (Cost of Goods).- Sourced and managed service suppliers to ensure quality and competitive pricing.- Developed a robust network of quality suppliers to meet company needs.- Provided outstanding customer service to internal departments.
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Corporate Account ManagerCaravelle Saigon Mar 2015 - Oct 201519 Cong Truong Lam Son, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam- Sold and promoted rooms and function space.- Conducted sales calls, cold calls, and sales blitzes to corporate accounts.- Researched and reported on corporate market trends and intelligence.- Established beneficial relationships with clients in various sectors. -
Business Development ExecutiveFcm Travel Solutions Vietnam Oct 2013 - Mar 201545 Truong Dinh, Ward 6, Dist 3, Ho Chi Minh City- Acquired new corporate travel business.- Developed corporate relationships with key decision-makers.- Managed the relationship between FCm and its clients. -
Purchasing Supervisor Of Uk, Ireland, Northern Europe, Easten Europe, C.I.S DestinationsVietravel Apr 2013 - Sep 2013190 Pasteur, Ward 6, Dist 3, Ho Chi Minh City- Negotiated package prices with overseas partners and local tour operators.- Assisted in operations for tours in assigned destinations. -
Vice Manager Of R&D Division/ Purchasing DepartmentVietravel Jan 2013 - Sep 2013Ho Chi Minh City- Conducted research on overseas business partners and the Vietnam Tourist Market.- Provided consultancy to management on partner assignments.- Developed the Purchasing Department database.
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Outbound Sales ExecutiveVietravel Dec 2011 - Dec 2012190 Pasteur, Ward 6, Dist 3, Ho Chi Minh City- Sold tailor-made outbound tours and travel services.- Developed new clients through sales calls, emails, and advertising.- Managed pre-tour, on-tour, and post-tour processes.
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Tour OperatorSai Travel Service Co., Ltd. Jul 2009 - Dec 2011Hanoi & Ho Chi Minh City- Reserved accommodations and contracted services with hotels.- Managed landing services in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.- Assisted the Branch Manager.
Thu Dao Education Details
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CfvgEntrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies -
College Of Social Sciences & Humanities/Hanoi National UniversityTourism
Frequently Asked Questions about Thu Dao
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Thu Dao works for Discova
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Thu Dao's current role is Group Supply Business Intelligence Leader.
What schools did Thu Dao attend?
Thu Dao attended Cfvg, College Of Social Sciences & Humanities/hanoi National University.
Who are Thu Dao's colleagues?
Thu Dao's colleagues are Diah Indrawungsu, Phuong Nguyen, Lenteraholy Patria, Luis Perez De Leon, Rosanna Graciano, Oscar Aguilar Aguilar, Keimi Discova.
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