Manager of Space Optimization

What will I be doing?

As the Complex Manager of Space Optimization and Revenue Management, your mission will be to maximize hotel revenue through strategic and efficient management of event and group space. You will work closely with the Directors of Revenue Management, Sales, Marketing, and Catering to ensure space allocation and sales align with the hotel’s commercial strategy and financial goals.

Your key responsibilities include:

Analyze demand, occupancy, and booking trends to identify revenue maximization opportunities through optimized use of group and event space.

Collaborate with Sales and Events teams to develop space allocation strategies that drive profitability, including adjusting dates, space types, and configurations based on demand.

Participate in daily business reviews and reporting, providing commercial intelligence to support revenue-maximizing decisions.

Oversee the release and reassignment of unused or underutilized space to enable additional bookings and generate incremental revenue.

Conduct post-event analyses comparing contracted space versus actual usage and actual spend versus minimum guarantees, delivering insights to improve future planning and revenue.

Maintain and update group coverage calendars and space configurations to reflect projected demand and support revenue strategy.

Collaborate on periodic reviews of commercial and revenue strategies, adjusting targets and tactics to maximize financial performance of space inventory.

What are we looking for?

The Manager of Space Optimization  at Hilton brands always acts on behalf of our Guests and works collaboratively with other Team Members. To succeed in this role, you should demonstrate the following attitude, behaviors, skills, and values:

Strong organizational and administrative skills.

Positive attitude and effective communication abilities.

Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

Confident and professional telephone and in-person communication.

High proficiency in IT tools and hotel management systems.

Excellent grooming standards aligned with Hilton’s brand.

Analytical skills to interpret data and drive revenue management decisions.

Ability to work well under pressure and adapt in a dynamic environment.

It would be advantageous for you to have:

Experience supervising and developing teams.

Knowledge of hotel property management and revenue management systems.

Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally to optimize revenue and space utilization.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

 

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!