Role Description
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.
Primary Responsibilities
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Identify and pursue new corporate, association, government, sports, SMERF, and group business opportunities.
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Develop relationships with decision-makers, meeting planners, travel buyers, corporate accounts, and community organizations.
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Generate qualified leads and business opportunities for assigned OHM hotels.
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Promote the unique value and capabilities of multiple hotel brands and destinations.
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Maintain a healthy pipeline of prospective clients and referral partners.
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Attend industry networking events, trade shows, and business development functions at your discretion.
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Collaborate with OHM sales leadership and hotel teams to facilitate successful business transitions from prospect to booked business.
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Provide timely updates regarding qualified opportunities and sales activity as outlined in the Independent Contractor Agreement.
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Represent the OHM brand professionally and ethically in all business interactions.
Qualifications
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Hospitality, hotel, destination marketing, or business development experience.
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Demonstrated success developing new business and closing revenue opportunities.
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Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
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Knowledge of group sales, corporate travel, meetings, conferences, and event markets.
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Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
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Ability to work independently while managing multiple business opportunities.
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Existing relationships within hospitality, tourism, corporate, association, or event planning industries are highly desirable.
Compensation
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This is a commission-based independent contractor opportunity.
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Compensation is based on successfully generated and contracted business in accordance with the Independent Contractor Agreement. There is no guaranteed salary or hourly compensation.
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Additional commission details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the selection process.
Independent Contractor Information
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This opportunity is offered as an independent contractor (1099) engagement and is not employment with O'Reilly Hospitality Management.
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Independent contractors operate as independent business professionals.
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Determine their own work schedule and methods of developing business.
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Are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, licenses, business expenses, and equipment unless otherwise specified in the Independent Contractor Agreement.
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Are not eligible for team member benefits offered by O'Reilly Hospitality Management.
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May provide services to other businesses, subject to any applicable contractual obligations.
Why Partner with OHM?
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Represent an established and respected hospitality management company.
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Market a diverse portfolio of premium hotel properties.
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Opportunity for uncapped commission earnings.
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Collaborate with experienced hotel operations and sales professionals.
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Benefit from the strength of nationally recognized hotel brands and OHM's reputation for hospitality excellence.
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Expand your professional network while helping clients find exceptional hospitality solutions.