Head of Technology, LATAM

AccorCorpo; Cancún; Presencial; MXN 2.031.000 - 3.046.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AccorCorpo is seeking a Head of Technology, LATAM to shape the regional tech strategy and lead IT operations across our hotels. You will drive digital transformation and oversee core systems, ensuring high availability and security.

The role requires strong leadership across properties, knowledge of PMS/POS, and travel within LATAM. Fluent English and Spanish are essential; Portuguese is a plus. Looking for a strategic thinker who can roll up sleeves when needed.

Formación

• Senior leadership experience in technology, preferably in hospitality or multi-property environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of PMS, POS and revenue management platforms.
• Experience managing technology across multiple properties in LATAM.
• Strong people leadership with ability to build distributed regional teams.
• Fluent in English and Spanish; Portuguese a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Define and lead the LATAM technology strategy and roadmap.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, networks, and systems for hotels across the region.
• Lead selection and support of core systems (PMS, POS, revenue management, guest platforms).
• Partner with GMs and department heads to identify tech needs and deliver solutions.
• Build and manage a regional IT team focused on service and continuous improvement.
• Drive cybersecurity and data privacy compliance across the region.
• Manage relationships with regional tech vendors and contracts.
• Own the regional technology budget and align spend with business goals.
• Support new openings, transitions, and renovations with tech deployments.
• Collaborate with global IT, Digital, and Revenue Management teams.
• Stay current on hospitality tech trends to enhance guest and employee experience.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Hospitality IT

Cybersecurity

Multi-property

Bilingual EN/ES

Herramientas

PMS

POS

Revenue management systems

Descripción del empleo

• Job-Category: Digital Products, IT, Data & Analytics
• Job Type: Permanent

Company Description

We are currently seeking a Head of Technology, LATAM to lead our regional technology strategy, oversee IT operations across our hotels, and drive digital transformation initiatives that support the growth of our portfolio in the region.

Job Description

• Define and lead the technology strategy and roadmap for the LATAM region, aligning with global technology standards and regional business priorities.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, network, and systems across all hotels in the region, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
• Lead the selection, implementation, and support of core hotel systems, including PMS, POS, revenue management, and guest experience platforms.
• Partner with hotel General Managers and department heads to identify technology needs and deliver solutions that improve operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Build, mentor, and manage a regional team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of service, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive cybersecurity and data privacy compliance across the region, in line with company policy and local regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with regional technology vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring service levels are met.
• Own the regional technology budget, balancing cost control with investment in innovation and infrastructure upgrades.
• Support new hotel openings, transitions and renovations by planning and executing technology deployments on time and within budget and respective POBs.
• Collaborate closely with global IT, Digital, and Revenue Management teams to align regional initiatives with broader company objectives.
• Stay current on emerging hospitality technology trends and identify opportunities to enhance the guest and employee experience across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• You have significant experience in a senior technology leadership role, ideally within hospitality, resort, or multi-property environments.
• You have hands-on knowledge of hotel systems such as PMS, POS, and revenue management platforms, along with core IT infrastructure and networking.
• You have experience managing technology across multiple properties or sites, ideally spanning several countries within Latin America.
• You are a strong people leader, able to build and develop a distributed regional team and collaborate effectively across functions and hotel-level teams.
• You have a solid understanding of cybersecurity practices and data privacy regulations relevant to the region.
• You are comfortable traveling regularly across the region to support hotels, openings, and regional initiatives.
• You are a clear communicator, able to translate technical topics for non-technical stakeholders, including senior hotel and business leaders.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish; Portuguese proficiency is a plus.
• You are a strategic thinker who can also roll up your sleeves and troubleshoot operational issues when needed.
• You are highly organized, able to manage multiple projects, vendors, and priorities simultaneously without losing attention to detail.
• You exhibit sound judgment and diplomacy, and the ability to represent technology as a business partner in high-visibility settings.
• Someone proactive and able to work independently but likes being sociable & collaborative too
• Someone who loves to think strategically but also has a creative eye for detail
• You're looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
• You're not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done
• You're up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way