Business Development Rep - Independent Sales Contractor

O; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Reilly Hospitality Management is seeking a results-driven Independent Business Development Representative (Independent Sales Contractor) to identify, cultivate, and secure new business opportunities for OHM-managed hotels across a growing portfolio.

This role offers flexible scheduling and uncapped commissions, leveraging your existing hospitality network and sales skills to drive occupancy, group business, meetings and events with corporate and association clients.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

Networking

Relationship-building

Group sales knowledge

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Independent work

Job description

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Business Development Rep - Independent Sales Contractor

Springfield, MO, US

JOIN OUR TEAM!

We are proudly managed by O’Reilly Hospitality Management, LLC ("OHM")

At OHM, we are:

• A forward-thinking (and growing) company offering opportunities to engage your passions through sustainability efforts, health & wellness, community
  involvement, & philanthropic outreach efforts.
• Committed to empowering Team Members throughout all levels of leadership. Every Team Member has the opportunity to contribute in a unique way, making a real impact.
• Seeking supportive, collaborative, detailed-oriented people to join our team!

Business Development Representative(Independent Sales Contractor | 1099)

Grow Business. Build Relationships. Create Opportunities.

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.

About O'Reilly Hospitality Management

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.

Opportunity Summary

The Independent Business Development Representative is responsible for developing new business opportunities that increase occupancy, group business, meetings, events, and other revenue-producing opportunities across an assigned portfolio of OHM-managed hotels.

This is a business development opportunity focused on generating new revenue through strategic prospecting, relationship building, networking, and sales initiatives. Contractors determine their own methods, scheduling, and approach to developing business opportunities while operating under an Independent Contractor Agreement.

Primary 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.

Desired Qualifications

Successful candidates typically possess:

• 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.

Compensation

This is a commission-based independent contractor opportunity.

Compensation is based on successfully generated and contracted business in accordance with the Independent Contractor Agreement. There is no guaranteed salary or hourly compensation.

Additional commission details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the selection process.

This opportunity is offered as an independent contractor (1099) engagement and is not employment with O'Reilly Hospitality Management.

• Operate as independent business professionals.
• Determine their own work schedule and methods of developing business.
• Are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, licenses, business expenses, and equipment unless otherwise specified in the Independent Contractor Agreement.
• Are not eligible for team member benefits offered by O'Reilly Hospitality Management.
• May provide services to other businesses, subject to any applicable contractual obligations.

Why Partner with OHM?

• Represent an established and respected hospitality management company.
• Market a diverse portfolio of premium hotel properties.
• Opportunity for uncapped commission earnings.
• Collaborate with experienced hotel operations and sales professionals.
• Benefit from the strength of nationally recognized hotel brands and OHM's reputation for hospitality excellence.
• Expand your professional network while helping clients find exceptional hospitality solutions.

If you are an entrepreneurial sales professional who enjoys creating opportunities, building lasting client relationships, and driving measurable results, we encourage you to explore this independent contractor opportunity with O'Reilly Hospitality Management.

O'Reilly Hospitality Management contracts with qualified independent business professionals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This opportunity is offered on an independent contractor basis and does not constitute an offer of employment.