Business Development Specialist

Job Title: Business Development Specialist
Company: Houston Sports & Social Club
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

At Houston Sports & Social Club, our mission is to enhance lives by bringing people together. We believe in building a strong, connected community through sports and social events. Our core values define who we are and guide everything we do:

• Meet People: Relationships are everything—we create and value opportunities to connect and build lasting friendships and partnerships.

• Stay Active: We love what we do, and we promote an active and engaging lifestyle through our leagues and events.

• Have Fun: Our goal is to bring a fun and positive environment not only to our customers, but also in our workplace.

• Give Back: Us before me—we are committed to making a meaningful impact in our community and support each other in our mission.

• Giddy Up: We believe in making progress, not excuses, and constantly pushing the ball forward to improve every day.

Position Overview

We are seeking a results-driven Business Development Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for expanding our company’s presence both in and beyond central Houston by securing new facility contracts and increasing the number of venues where we run our leagues. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for selling and executing corporate and sponsorship opportunities, managing accounts, and ensuring seamless event execution. The ideal candidate is an autonomous, tech-savvy professional with industry experience.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development:

• Identify and secure new facility contracts to expand our league operations into new territories.

• Develop and sell corporate and sponsorship opportunities that align with the company’s brand and mission.

• Own and execute lead generation strategy, collaborating with marketing as needed.

• Manage media sales, corporate advertising, and promotional strategies.

• Maintain sales reports, track progress, and adjust strategies accordingly.

Event Execution & Operations:

• Plan and execute events on time and within budget, ensuring high-quality experiences for all stakeholders.

• Assist with league and corporate event execution, ensuring seamless operations.

• Oversee sponsor and partner account management, ensuring strong relationships and optimal partnership fulfillment.

• Coordinate corporate and sponsor advertising efforts, maximizing brand exposure and ROI.

• Organize regular player parties at participating Sponsor Bars

Customer Experience & Retention:

• Enhance overall customer experience, sales, and retention strategies.

• Develop and implement a customer loyalty program and promotional events.

• Foster strong relationships with clients, sponsors, and community partners.

Special Projects & Additional Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of special projects, including youth leagues and pick-up games.

• Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities to drive growth and engagement.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or sponsorship management within the sports, events, or social industries.

• Strong ability to work autonomously while effectively collaborating with internal teams.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Tech-savvy with experience using CRM systems, marketing tools, and sales platforms.

• Passion for sports, events, and social engagement is a plus.

• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed for event execution.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our team, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to Pedro Garcia at jobs@houstonssc.com.

Houston Sports and Social Club is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Performance bonus

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Sales: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX 77055 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77055: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000