Strategic Central Sales Lead: Group & Transient

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual free hotel stays

Flexible work schedule

Wellbeing initiatives (Headspace)

Adoption assistance

Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking a Central Sales Specialist to drive incremental revenue for Essentials hotels by managing Group and Transient opportunities from inquiry to conversion.

You will partner with the Central Sales Management team to optimize pipelines, craft compelling proposals, and negotiate contracts that support Hyatt's growth strategy. The role emphasizes customer experience, accuracy, and proactive communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related field required.
• Minimum 3–5 years hotel sales or comparable experience preferred.
• Proficient in Envision, Lanyon Opera, and Cvent.

Responsibilities

• Drive incremental revenue across Essentials hotels by managing Group and Transient sales opportunities throughout the sales lifecycle.
• Qualify leads, build client relationships, and prepare compelling proposals.
• Negotiate and contract business, guiding opportunities from inquiry through conversion.
• Leverage Hyatt sales platforms to maximize conversion and achieve hotel sales goals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Independent worker

Multitasking

Outgoing

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related field

Tools

Envision

Lanyon Opera

Cvent

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking a Central Sales Specialist to drive incremental revenue for Essentials hotels by managing Group and Transient opportunities from inquiry to conversion.

You will partner with the Central Sales Management team to optimize pipelines, craft compelling proposals, and negotiate contracts that support Hyatt's growth strategy. The role emphasizes customer experience, accuracy, and proactive communication.