VP, Renovations and Procurement

Position Information

This position is hybrid - three days at the Corporate Office in Merrillville, Indiana, and two days remote.

About the Role

The Vice President of Renovations & Procurement is a strategic executive leader responsible for driving the vision, planning, and execution of all renovation and FF&E procurement initiatives across the organization. Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Design & Construction, this role ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with brand standards while leading high-performing teams and fostering strong partnerships across internal and external stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all renovation projects from pre-development through completion, ensuring alignment with design intent, brand standards, and business objectives.
• Oversee construction execution, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, regulatory, and budgetary requirements.
• Direct pre-development planning, including design review, budgeting, scheduling, and Board-level presentations.
• Lead contractor bidding, negotiation, and selection processes.
• Manage construction partners and firms, ensuring performance against scope, cost, schedule, and KPIs.
• Oversee FF&E procurement strategy and management of third-party purchasing agents.
• Provide regular executive reporting on project performance, risks, timelines, and financial outcomes.
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with architects, designers, contractors, purchasing partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Drive process improvements, innovation, and operational efficiencies across renovation and procurement functions.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing teams, including renovation leadership and purchasing managers.
• Drive accountability, performance, and engagement across all levels of the organization.
• Partner cross-functionally to align project execution with broader company strategy.
• Foster a culture of innovation, ethical decision-making, and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, develop, and retain top talent to support long-term organizational growth.

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive experience in hospitality construction, renovation, and FF&E procurement leadership.
• Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and operational expertise.
• Proven ability to lead large, complex, multi-project portfolios.
• Expertise in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence executive-level decision-making.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction, or Hotel Management required; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction or project management.
• 10+ years of experience in FF&E procurement preferred.
• Experience leading large-scale hospitality projects and diverse project teams.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1).
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• DailyPay option.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover.
• Complimentary wellness tools.
• Unlimited referral bonuses.
• Leverage development and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences.
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1).
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• DailyPay option.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover.
• Complimentary wellness tools.
• Unlimited referral bonuses.

Schedule

This position is hybrid - three days at the Corporate Office in Merrillville, Indiana, and two days remote.

Pay

Details on pay will be provided during the interview process.