Account Manager, Procurement Services

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North Bethesda MD - Corporate Headquarters time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition :
R20066

Choice Hotels, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our
** Account Manager, Procurement Services
** in the Procurement Services department. Procurement Services is a team of knowledgeable and reliable sourcing experts who deliver solutions to our hotel partners.  As a key member of our Procurement Services team, you will support brand initiatives, brand standards, and overall operational efficiency, and assist our hotels by simplifying the purchase of brand standard items, as well as acting as a liaison between hotels and our qualified vendor community.
** Account Manager, Procurement Services
** role today and **#Make It Your Choice **.
** Your Responsibilities
*** Drive the strategic vision behind engaging the vendors in your category, growing transaction fee revenues through initiatives to grow hotel participation and augmenting the existing program with additional marketing opportunities.
* Optimize contract utilization rates, manufacturer and distributor agreements, as well as set overall strategic approach to utilizing relationships to further the existing partnership and sales.
* Manage partnership opportunities across product and service lines to achieve incremental revenue opportunities both internally and externally.
* Prepare quarterly/annual forecasts and performance updates as requested.
* Develop and cultivate relationships with internal stakeholders to maximize each vendor/revenue generating opportunity.
** Your Experience, Skills & Competencies
*** Bachelor's degree in related field preferred or equivalent experience
* 5+ years of procurement experience
* Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
* Demonstrated experience with National Accounts focused on strategic business planning and resulting growth, with a high-level negotiation skills with proven record of developing complex agreements.
* Demonstrates key competencies to include:  + Drives Results  + Strategic Mindset  + Ensures Accountability
** Your Team
** This is an individual contributor role that will report to the Director, Account & Initiative Development, Procurement Services. You will have five peer teammates and collaborate with cross functional departments on a regular basis.
** Your Work Location
** As our
** Account Manager, Procurement Services**, you will be based in our beautiful, state-of-the-art worldwide corporate headquarters in North Bethesda, MD. Less than 15 miles from Washington, DC, we’re located one block away from the North Bethesda Metro station, with service on the Red Line and the MARC Brunswick line, easy access to I-270, and plenty of free parking provided by Choice Hotels.

Our associates in North Bethesda are working in a hybrid environment, between four days per week in the office and working virtually the remaining days. We provide flexibility and encourage ongoing communication with your leadership to establish expectations about your unique needs.
** Salary Range
** The salary range for this position is $74,168 - $87,000  addition to the annual salary, this role is eligible for an annual bonus based on the terms of Choice's Management Incentive Plan (MIP).The pay range listed is for this position and is what Choice Hotels reasonably expects to pay. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future.

An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
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* PLEASE NOTE:

This role is not eligible for sponsorship.
** Choice prioritizes our associate wellbeing by offering a comprehensive benefits program that is both competitive and flexible to help you achieve your wellbeing goals - here are just a few:
* Competitive…