Revenue Optimization & Pricing Strategy Analyst

Revenue Optimization & Pricing Strategy Analyst

Who are we looking for?

Choice Hotels, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Revenue Optimization & Pricing Strategy Analyst in the Pricing Strategy & RM Analytics Department. The Pricing Strategy & RM Analytics Department is the team that supports the revenue management technology operations, enhancements and training for all hotels, specifically this includes ChoiceMAX and G3. As a key member of our team, you will lead the daily operations management of our industry leading Revenue Management Systems (RMS) and support internal and external teams in improving performance of our RMS’ solutions for optimal revenue growth.

Are you a critical thinker with a passion for RM Technology? We invite you to apply today for our Revenue Optimization & Pricing Strategy Analyst role today and #MakeItYourChoice.

• Support our Revenue Management systems, including G3, ChoiceMAX and Extended Stay RMS
• Support implementations, configurations and maintenance of our Revenue Management systems and tools.
•  Provide operational support for onboarding new properties RMS’ and triage property related system issues
• Measure RMS forecast accuracy by comparing expected close to actuals.
• Identify revenue growth opportunities and evaluate the outcomes of strategic revenue growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to identify and execute solutions for property related system issues.
• Assist with training new associates as necessary on revenue management tools.
• Assist with franchisee facing resources and training on revenue management tools
• Build and apply analytics competencies in SQL and Tableau
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships across revenue management, marketing, business intelligence, technology, third party distribution and other departments
• Develop project tracking for initiatives, communicate priorities, and report on progress

Your Experience, Skills & Competencies

• Bachelors in Hotel Management, Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science or a relevant field of work, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant work experience.  Experience in analytics, pricing, strategy, consulting, or commercial performance a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Proficiency in Revenue Management Systems, Experience with G3, powered by IDeaS preferred
• Demonstrates key competencies to include Action Oriented, Nimble Learning, Self-Development, Collaborates.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, persistence, and resolve in creative problem solving in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Able to apply high level critical thinking skills to understand and solve complex problems having multiple complex variables, and to work across departments and disciplines to design solutions.  Able to prioritize objectives and identify resource needs.

Your Team

This is an individual contributor role that will report to the Sr Manager Pricing Optimization and RM Technology. You will have 2 peer teammate(s) and collaborate with cross functional departments on a regular basis.

Your Work Location

As our Revenue Optimization & Pricing Strategy Analyst 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.
 

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $80,000 annually.

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.

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 compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Leave and paid time-off for holidays, vacation, personal, family, volunteer, sick, jury duty, bereavement, military, and religious observance
• Financial benefits for retirement and health savings
• Employee recognition programs
• Discounts at Choice hotels worldwide

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, 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. We’re the hotel company for those who choose to bet on themselves – the underdog, the dreamer, the entrepreneur – because that’s who we are, too.

At Choice, we are united by the simple belief that tomorrow will be even better than today – for associates, our company, and our franchisees. 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, every voice is heard, and every idea is listened to, no matter what area of the company they come from. We are united in supporting the entrepreneurial dreams of our more than 18,000 franchise owners, which propels us forward – giving our work at Choice a purpose larger than our business.

Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity.