Urgent Hire:Airport in Murfreesboro,TN,USA | Hiring

Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is a leading global lodging franchisor recognized for its diverse portfolio of 22 hotel brands, spanning from upscale to midscale, extended stay, and economy segments. With a presence in 45 countries and territories, and over 7,400 hotels totaling more than 625,000 rooms, Choice Hotels is committed to providing unique hospitality experiences that cater to various travelers' needs. The company is distinguished by its dynamic range of brands and the award-winning Choice Privileges loyalty program, allowing members to effortlessly earn rewards and personalized benefits. Choice Hotels embodies core cultural values such as welcoming and respecting everyone, being bold and quick, listening attentively, showing curiosity, and demonstrating integrity, which together foster loyalty, growth, and a vibrant spirit of hospitality across all its properties. Among its managed portfolio, the Radisson Hotel Nashville Airport stands out as a vibrant and welcoming property seeking a skilled Group Sales Manager to join their team. This role is key to driving revenue growth and achieving market share goals through proactive sales initiatives and client relationship management. The Group Sales Manager is responsible for generating new business opportunities while maintaining strong connections with existing clients to ensure repeat engagements and referrals. The position requires crafting compelling proposals and contracts that balance client satisfaction with profitability, responding effectively to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and coordinating closely with various hotel departments to ensure seamless service delivery for group events. This role involves strategic market research and active participation in networking events and community engagements to enhance the hotel’s presence and brand advocacy. Success in this role depends on a candidate who can effectively negotiate, communicate, and collaborate across teams to meet and exceed revenue targets. The position demands adaptability to shifting market conditions and team dynamics, strong organizational skills to manage bookings and sales data, and a customer-first approach to guarantee exceptional guest satisfaction. With potential travel for trade shows and customer events, this role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of sales efforts for a prestigious hotel brand, contributing to its ongoing success in the competitive hospitality landscape.

• High school diploma required
• associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
• minimum one to three years hotel catering or convention experience
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• strong negotiation skills
• strong mathematical skills
• general knowledge of contract laws
• local market knowledge preferred
• proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Delphi and/or Opera
• Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) desirable
• able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers