Job Title: Corporate Director of Sales (Hyatt & IHG Brands)
Location: Uniondale, NY
Reports To: Chief Commercial Officer / Vice President of Sales
Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Corporate Director of Sales to lead and execute sales strategies across our portfolio of Hyatt and IHG-branded hotels. This strategic leadership role focuses on driving top-line revenue, cultivating key client relationships, and aligning with brand and corporate goals. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with brand systems, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record of business travel and group segment growth.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Leadership & Strategy
- Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to drive revenue across Hyatt and IHG properties.
- Collaborate with revenue and marketing teams to design targeted campaigns and promotions that attract corporate and group business.
- Demonstrate strong revenue growth in line with hotel budgets and business segment targets.
- Oversee key account development, RFP processes, and sales training initiatives across the portfolio.
- Facilitate regular sales calls, pipeline reviews, and strategic planning sessions with hotel sales teams.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key corporate clients, travel agencies, and business partners to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conduct regular client meetings, presentations, and negotiations to secure business and drive revenue.
- Generate hotel awareness through familiarization (FAM) trips, site inspections, and by hosting and entertaining travel advisors and corporate travel managers.
- Serve as the main liaison with Hyatt and IHG brand teams to ensure alignment and compliance with brand standards and systems.
- Attend trade shows, brand showcases, and industry events to promote the portfolio and expand the client base.
- Evaluate the effectiveness and ROI of each event and adjust participation strategy accordingly.
- Utilize brand and internal systems to track and analyze sales performance, market trends, and customer behavior.
- Prepare and present clear, actionable reports to senior leadership, highlighting KPIs and making recommendations for strategic adjustments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 7–10+ years of progressive hotel sales experience, including corporate or multi-property oversight, preferably within Hyatt and IHG brands.
- Proven ability to generate measurable revenue growth, lead diverse sales teams, and manage key corporate accounts.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in CRM, sales analytics, and reporting tools (Delphi, Salesforce, OneYield, etc.).
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Willingness to travel up to 50%.
At Blue Sky Hospitality Solutions (BSHS), we've made a promise—to deliver True Hospitality. As one of the fastest-growing hotel management companies in the U.S., we strive to ensure that every guest and team member feels welcome, cared for, recognized, and respected—wherever they are in the world.
Our portfolio includes over 60 hotels across the United States, representing world-renowned brands such as Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, and IHG. Headquartered in Uniondale, NY, our corporate team is passionate about excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion.
We take pride in being genuine ambassadors of hospitality, and we're always looking for people who share that passion.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re enthusiastic about this role and believe you could be a great fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. You just might be the perfect addition to our journey.