Business Development Rep - Independent Sales Contractor
About The Position
O'Reilly Hospitality Management (OHM) is seeking a results-driven, relationship-focused Independent Business Development Representative to identify, cultivate, and secure new business opportunities for a portfolio of hotels throughout our growing hospitality portfolio. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced hospitality sales professional with an established network and a passion for developing strategic relationships. As an independent contractor, you will leverage your expertise, industry connections, and business development skills to generate qualified business opportunities while maintaining the flexibility to manage your own schedule and business operations. O'Reilly Hospitality Management is a hospitality management company that owns and manages premium hotels, restaurants, conference centers, and entertainment venues throughout the Midwest and beyond. Our portfolio includes nationally recognized hotel brands committed to exceptional guest experiences and strong financial performance.
Requirements
- Hospitality, hotel, destination marketing, or business development experience.
- Demonstrated success developing new business and closing revenue opportunities.
- Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
- Knowledge of group sales, corporate travel, meetings, conferences, and event markets.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple business opportunities.
- Existing relationships within hospitality, tourism, corporate, association, or event planning industries are highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new corporate, association, government, sports, SMERF, and group business opportunities.
- Develop relationships with decision-makers, meeting planners, travel buyers, corporate accounts, and community organizations.
- Generate qualified leads and business opportunities for assigned OHM hotels.
- Promote the unique value and capabilities of multiple hotel brands and destinations.
- Maintain a healthy pipeline of prospective clients and referral partners.
- Attend industry networking events, trade shows, and business development functions at your discretion.
- Collaborate with OHM sales leadership and hotel teams to facilitate successful business transitions from prospect to booked business.
- Provide timely updates regarding qualified opportunities and sales activity as outlined in the Independent Contractor Agreement.
- Represent the OHM brand professionally and ethically in all business interactions.
Benefits
- Opportunity for uncapped commission earnings.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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