Sr Manager, Commercial Strategy & Performance Optimization-Essentials (Remote)

Our leaders have always encouraged us to try new approaches and learn by experimentation. The biggest learning through this was that persistence and calculated risks, pay off.Sr Manager, Commercial Strategy & Performance Optimization-Essentials (Remote) US - IL - ChicagoProfessional Staff/CorporateFull-timeYearly US Dollar (USD) pay basisSummary The OpportunityHyatt seeks an enthusiastic Sr Manager to join our Commercial Strategy Team. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader Essentials Portfolio Team, where you'll be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team that is passionate about our purpose, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills, and building connections across the organization with colleagues, customers, and guests.Who We AreAt Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best and fastest-growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues.As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what's most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.Why Now?This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.How We Care for Our PeopleWhat sets us apart is our purpose—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We're proud to have earned a place on Fortune's prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.We're proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globallyWork-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness centerA global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoptionPaid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company matchWho You AreAs our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.The RoleThis role supports commercial strategy initiatives and finance responsibilities designed to drive brand performance through a disciplined, data- and insights-led approach. The role translates commercial intent into actionable initiatives, provides financial performance updates on key performance metrics, and provides data-led recommendations that enable prioritization of initiatives, close performance gaps, and improve financial profitability outcomes across the portfolio.This role serves as a critical connector between brand strategy, financial performance, and execution—ensuring standards and initiatives are informed by data, supported by financial rigor by budget functions, and embedded from early-stage project design through stabilized operations.Support and define commercial standards, performance frameworks, and success metrics that drive consistent brand execution and performance.Translate brand intent and commercial strategy into measurable performance expectations across the portfolio.Integrates brand intent and commercial guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from early design through stabilized performance, synthesized into executive-ready insights and recommendations.Monitor brand and property-level performance trends, identifying commercial, operational, and resourcing gaps that may impact results.Partner cross-functionally (Brand, Operations, Revenue, Marketing, Development) to align performance priorities, track progress, and drive accountability.Provide financial planning & analysis (FP&A) support, including building reporting capabilities and establishing new financial and performance processes for new or evolving business segments.Support the Essentials budget process, including financial assumptions, performance inputs, and post-budget variance analysis.Deliver regular financial and performance reporting that supports the commercial strategy framework, confirms top priorities, and surfaces emerging focus areas.Develop financial models and ROI analyses to evaluate brand metrics, commercial initiatives, and investment decisions.Participate in and provide financial and performance analysis, insights, and recommendations to support ad hoc strategic projects and leadership requests.Champion the essentials vision and strategic framework with other Hyatt colleagues within the Corporate and regional offices to ensure full support and alignment.Qualifications Experience Required:Minimum 5 years of finance and/or data and analytics experience, supporting limited-service brands preferredExperience working with multiple brands, most preferredSelf-starter, strong knowledge across multiple Commercial functions such as Sales, Revenue and MarketingExperience Preferred:Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, Finance, or Business requiredEfficient with computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams)The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all-encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.We welcome you:Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We'd love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.The salary range for this position is $98,600-$150,000. This role is also eligible for an Annual Incentive Plan.We value our relationships with recruitment partners and require that agencies contact us first before submitting any candidates. Hyatt will not be responsible for any fees and obligations associated with unsolicited submissions unless a formal agreement is in place.#J-18808-Ljbffr