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Choice Hotels Strategic Account Manager, Affinity Partners - Marketing (Remote) in United States
Who are we looking for?
Choice Hotels, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Strategic Account Manager, Affinity Partners - Marketing in the Affinity Partnerships Division. As a key member of our Affinity Partnerships team, you will activate and manage our top partners with a proactive and strategic approach to maximize revenue opportunities for our hotels.
Are you a results-driven individual who enjoys managing the business performance and marketing operational aspects of high value accounts? We invite you to apply today for our Strategic Account Manager, Affinity Partners - Marketing role today and #MakeItYourChoice.
Your Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic market activation plans with regional and local clubs to maximize the performance of our partnerships, while leveraging your sales and marketing expertise to drive revenue.
Work closely with internal cross – functional teams, including marketing, revenue management, loyalty and operations to build appropriate strategies to grow Affinity Partner revenue and market share.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and influencers at partner accounts, serving as the primary point of contact for all day-to-day business needs.
Coordinate partner events, sponsorships, and activities to increase brand visibility and drive revenue generation.
Provide input on marketing collateral, including sales and training materials, presentations, and digital assets to drive customer engagement and loyalty.
Conduct monthly business reviews with regional clubs to evaluate performance, identify opportunities for growth, and address any challenges or issues.
Develop and provide training and educational sessions to our partners as it relates to our brands, promotions, and industry trends as needed.
Conduct training and educational webinars for our hotels to showcase the value of our partnerships.
Provide monthly and quarterly reporting to partners.
Serve as a brand ambassador for Choice Hotels, representing the company at industry events, trade shows, and conferences to promote brand awareness and foster relationships with key stakeholders.
Your Experience, Skills & Competencies
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Marketing> or equivalent experience
At least 6 years’ experience in account management, sales, or marketing, preferably within the hospitality or travel industry.
Strong understanding of marketing principles and strategies, with experience developing and executing campaigns.
Proven track record of building and managing successful client relationships, driving revenue growth, and building brand loyalty.
Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and persuade key stakeholders.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, prioritizing and managing multiple skills simultaneously.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Ability to travel 25% of the time.
Your Team
This is an individual contributor role that will report to the Director, Strategic Partnerships. You will collaborate with cross-functional departments on a regular basis.
Your Work Location
As our Strategic Account Manager, Affinity Partners - Marketing, you will be a remote-based associate, working from your home office. You will be required to connect virtually with Choice team members and leadership on video via Zoom, with possible periodic travel in-person to our beautiful, state-of-the-art worldwide offices in North Bethesda, MD, Scottsdale, AZ, or St. Louis Park, MN. Periodic nationwide travel will be required 25% of the time.
About Choice
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. With nearly 7,500 hotels, representing nearly 630,000 rooms, in 46 countries and territories as of September 30, 2022, the Choice® family of hotel brands provides business and leisure travelers with a range of high-quality lodging options from limited service to full-service hotels in the upper upscale, upper mid-scale, midscale, extended-stay, and economy segments. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program offers members a faster way to rewards, with personalized benefits starting on day one. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com.
At our worldwide corporate headquarters in North Bethesda, MD and St. Louis Park, MN as well as our technology center in Scottsdale, AZ, and through our associates around the globe, we keep Choice Hotels thriving by serving as a champion for our franchisees and providing cutting-edge technology.
About Choice Hotels Financial Performance
Record total revenues grew 10% to $1.5 billion for full-year 2023 compared to the same period of 2022. Adjusted EBITDA for fourth quarter 2023 increased 11% to $125 million from the same period of 2022. Fourth quarter 2023 adjusted diluted EPS increased 14% to $1.44 compared to the same period of 2022. Please click here (https://investor.choicehotels.com/news/news-details/2024/Choice-Hotels-International-Reports-Fourth-Quarter-And-Full-Year-2023-Results/default.aspx) to review highlights of our Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results.
* PLEASE NOTE: This role is not eligible for sponsorship *
Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity.
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