Supply Acquisition Manager / Head - (Hotel Onboarding - Chennai)

Company Description Saltstayz is a fast-growing boutique hospitality brand founded in 2022 by three friends and now operating 30 properties across Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Mohali, Rishikesh, Bengaluru, and more. The company focuses on flexible, experience-driven stays for business travelers, digital nomads, leisure guests, and event groups alike. With an emphasis on comfort, reliable amenities, and home-style food, Saltstayz aims to deliver “home, but better” in every location. The brand is built around reducing friction for guests and creating memorable stays tailored to different moods and occasions. Saltstayz specializes in boutique stays, event hosting, and vibrant hospitality that reflects the energy of each city. How to Apply: Email us at Role Description: As the Supply Acquisition Manager / Head (Hotel Onboarding - Chennai) at Saltstayz, you will lead the end-to-end acquisition and onboarding of hotel and property partners in the Chennai market. This full-time, on-site role is based in Chennai and involves identifying potential properties, negotiating commercial terms, and building long-term relationships with owners and operators. You will oversee due diligence, coordinate operational and branding readiness, and ensure each new property meets Saltstayz quality, service, and experience standards before going live. On a day-to-day basis, you will track market trends, maintain a strong acquisition pipeline, collaborate with operations, finance, and marketing teams, and optimize supply performance post-onboarding. The role requires frequent travel for property visits, structured reporting on portfolio growth, and proactive problem-solving to drive expansion in the region. Qualifications Experience in hospitality supply acquisition, business development, or hotel contracting, preferably in the mid-scale or boutique segment. Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and relationship-building abilities with property owners and operators. Proficiency in market research, pipeline management, and basic commercial analysis to evaluate property viability and deal structures. Operational understanding of hotel onboarding processes, including quality checks, compliance, and coordination with cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to represent Saltstayz professionally in external meetings. Proven capability to work on-site, travel frequently for property visits, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent experience in hospitality expansion is a plus. Comfort with using CRM tools, spreadsheets, and basic reporting dashboards to track acquisition metrics and performance. Prior experience in the Chennai or South India hospitality market, with local language proficiency, is highly beneficial.