- We're seeking a motivated and ambitious Business Development Manager to play a critical role in expanding our market presence in Canada within the specialized security products (physical store-front security/grilles) industry. This high-growth position is essential for building and nurturing our Canadian distributor network and exploring new market opportunities, including the residential sector. The successful candidate will have a clear career path to aWe're seeking a motivated and ambitious Business Development Manager to play a critical role in expanding our market presence in Canada within the specialized security products (physical store-front security/grilles) industry. This high-growth position is essential for building and nurturing our Canadian distributor network and exploring new market opportunities, including the residential sector. The successful candidate will have a clear career path to a
- Are you a results-oriented sales professional with a deep network in Western Canada's heavy industrial sector? We are currently partnering with a distinguished leader in plant maintenance and industrial engineering services to recruit a Business Development Manager based in Edmonton. This is a pivotal role for a driven individual who thrives on hunting for new business and expanding market share across the Oil & Sands, Mining, Power, and Pulp & Paper indusAre you a results-oriented sales professional with a deep network in Western Canada's heavy industrial sector? We are currently partnering with a distinguished leader in plant maintenance and industrial engineering services to recruit a Business Development Manager based in Edmonton. This is a pivotal role for a driven individual who thrives on hunting for new business and expanding market share across the Oil & Sands, Mining, Power, and Pulp & Paper indus
- Are you a highly driven and established sales professional ready to expand the reach of a rapidly growing company? Do you possess a proven customer base in specialized hauling and logistics, coupled with essential dispatching knowledge? Our client, is seeking an experienced, 'hit-the-ground-running' individual to complement their current team and significantly grow their Canadian shipping business, particularly within the oil and gas and construction sectAre you a highly driven and established sales professional ready to expand the reach of a rapidly growing company? Do you possess a proven customer base in specialized hauling and logistics, coupled with essential dispatching knowledge? Our client, is seeking an experienced, 'hit-the-ground-running' individual to complement their current team and significantly grow their Canadian shipping business, particularly within the oil and gas and construction sect
- We're searching for a highly self-disciplined sales professional for an outside sales role in the GTA. This unique position requires a genuine "hunter" mentality to build a territory from the ground up combined with the organizational and detailed skills necessary for effective account management.The successful candidate will own the full sales cycle , which includes 100% business development and then managing, growing, and upselling to those established aWe're searching for a highly self-disciplined sales professional for an outside sales role in the GTA. This unique position requires a genuine "hunter" mentality to build a territory from the ground up combined with the organizational and detailed skills necessary for effective account management.The successful candidate will own the full sales cycle , which includes 100% business development and then managing, growing, and upselling to those established a
- Our busy client is growing their team through business development and adding a Gas and Power Procurement Specialist. They are a Calgary-based natural gas power developer, seeking an experienced business development professional to secure fuel supply agreements, power purchase agreements, and behind-the-fence power acquisition opportunities for our growing portfolio of data center and industrial power projects across Alberta and Western Canada.AdvantagesVOur busy client is growing their team through business development and adding a Gas and Power Procurement Specialist. They are a Calgary-based natural gas power developer, seeking an experienced business development professional to secure fuel supply agreements, power purchase agreements, and behind-the-fence power acquisition opportunities for our growing portfolio of data center and industrial power projects across Alberta and Western Canada.AdvantagesV
- Title: Staffing ConsultantSecteur: Recruitment Agency (Randstad) Territory: Laval + Laurentides (Montreal-North region)Focus: Transport & Logistics office personnel Salary: 50k to 60k + uncapped commissions Randstad, the world's leading talent partner, is recruiting a Staffing Consultant Consultant to sell its services: staffing solutions. What does that mean? We help companies find the best talent for their organizations, which has an impact on their prodTitle: Staffing ConsultantSecteur: Recruitment Agency (Randstad) Territory: Laval + Laurentides (Montreal-North region)Focus: Transport & Logistics office personnel Salary: 50k to 60k + uncapped commissions Randstad, the world's leading talent partner, is recruiting a Staffing Consultant Consultant to sell its services: staffing solutions. What does that mean? We help companies find the best talent for their organizations, which has an impact on their prod
- Randstad Winnipeg is currently looking for a motivated and driven Account Manager to join a fantastic, growing organization located in the North of Winnipeg.Are you a self-motivated, driven, tenacious sales professional with outstanding customer service skills? Do you enjoy building relationships and are able to connect with people easily? Do you like working in a growing organization with a family feel? Are you outgoing and enjoy talking to people? Do yoRandstad Winnipeg is currently looking for a motivated and driven Account Manager to join a fantastic, growing organization located in the North of Winnipeg.Are you a self-motivated, driven, tenacious sales professional with outstanding customer service skills? Do you enjoy building relationships and are able to connect with people easily? Do you like working in a growing organization with a family feel? Are you outgoing and enjoy talking to people? Do yo
- Be Part of History : Build the Future of Promotional Solutions!Seize the opportunity to join a robust structure, backed by 60 years of history in the design and distribution of turnkey promotional programs. This industry's expertise spans across Canada and the United States. This role is central to the commitment to providing superior quality services, helping companies enhance their identity and strengthen employee sense of belonging through creative soluBe Part of History : Build the Future of Promotional Solutions!Seize the opportunity to join a robust structure, backed by 60 years of history in the design and distribution of turnkey promotional programs. This industry's expertise spans across Canada and the United States. This role is central to the commitment to providing superior quality services, helping companies enhance their identity and strengthen employee sense of belonging through creative solu
- The Portfolio Implementation Consultant is a vital link responsible for taking the fundamental FISI guided portfolio strategies and translating them into practical, tailored solutions for financial advisors and clients. This role demands collaboration across Product, Investment (SLGI), Operations, and Wealth Consulting teams to ensure seamless implementation, efficient trade execution, and optimal operational efficiency during portfolio rebalancing and adjThe Portfolio Implementation Consultant is a vital link responsible for taking the fundamental FISI guided portfolio strategies and translating them into practical, tailored solutions for financial advisors and clients. This role demands collaboration across Product, Investment (SLGI), Operations, and Wealth Consulting teams to ensure seamless implementation, efficient trade execution, and optimal operational efficiency during portfolio rebalancing and adj
- Are you a driven, self-motivated sales professional with a passion for building lasting client relationships and relentlessly uncovering growth opportunities in a blue collar environment? Do you thrive in an environment where you are the key to expanding revenue and market share within your territory? If you're ready to make a significant impact by working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams, we want to hear from you!Advantages• Permanent aAre you a driven, self-motivated sales professional with a passion for building lasting client relationships and relentlessly uncovering growth opportunities in a blue collar environment? Do you thrive in an environment where you are the key to expanding revenue and market share within your territory? If you're ready to make a significant impact by working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams, we want to hear from you!Advantages• Permanent a
- Are you a high-energy sales professional who thrives on the road and has a deep understanding of the steel industry? Do you have the technical savvy to explain complex product specifications and the "hunter" mentality required to grow a territory? If you are looking to take your expertise in technical sales to a market-leading client, we want to hear from you.AdvantagesCompetitive Compensation: Base salary of $80,000 and a performance-based commission struAre you a high-energy sales professional who thrives on the road and has a deep understanding of the steel industry? Do you have the technical savvy to explain complex product specifications and the "hunter" mentality required to grow a territory? If you are looking to take your expertise in technical sales to a market-leading client, we want to hear from you.AdvantagesCompetitive Compensation: Base salary of $80,000 and a performance-based commission stru
- Are you an executive assistant ready for your next challenge? Do you want to work with an amazing team, supporting a the company President and VPs? Would you like to work for a company with amazing values, who is located near downtown Montreal? If so, this role can be for you! Our partner, a company dedicated to their employees and continuous learning, is in search of their next Executive Assistant to join their team.Advantages-Permanent, full time posAre you an executive assistant ready for your next challenge? Do you want to work with an amazing team, supporting a the company President and VPs? Would you like to work for a company with amazing values, who is located near downtown Montreal? If so, this role can be for you! Our partner, a company dedicated to their employees and continuous learning, is in search of their next Executive Assistant to join their team.Advantages-Permanent, full time pos
- Our client is a national, asset-based freight and logistics organization is seeking a high-performing District Sales Representative to own and grow the Edmonton territory, aligned to a local terminal operation. This is a true hunter-focused outside sales role with long-term territory ownership and significant autonomy.The successful candidate will inherit a small portfolio of established accounts while being primarily responsible for driving new business dOur client is a national, asset-based freight and logistics organization is seeking a high-performing District Sales Representative to own and grow the Edmonton territory, aligned to a local terminal operation. This is a true hunter-focused outside sales role with long-term territory ownership and significant autonomy.The successful candidate will inherit a small portfolio of established accounts while being primarily responsible for driving new business d
- We are searching for a highly motivated and proactive Sales Representative for Western Canada to join a leading sewing machine manufacturer in their Oakville head office. This is a full-time role requiring four days a week in-office attendance. The position is critical for managing our most established and valuable dealer territory, which accounts for a significant portion of our business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consultative aWe are searching for a highly motivated and proactive Sales Representative for Western Canada to join a leading sewing machine manufacturer in their Oakville head office. This is a full-time role requiring four days a week in-office attendance. The position is critical for managing our most established and valuable dealer territory, which accounts for a significant portion of our business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consultative a
- Our client is currently looking to add an administrative assistant for their sales team for their ever growing global company..If you have a background in administration or a passion for working with a close team then this is the position for you. They may have various tasks that will be given as part of this role. AdvantagesMonday-Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM or 9AM-5PMSalary $45,000-$50,000 (Based on experience)Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)HealtcaOur client is currently looking to add an administrative assistant for their sales team for their ever growing global company..If you have a background in administration or a passion for working with a close team then this is the position for you. They may have various tasks that will be given as part of this role. AdvantagesMonday-Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM or 9AM-5PMSalary $45,000-$50,000 (Based on experience)Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)Healtca
- We are seeking an independent, results-driven Sales Manager to manage and grow a key territory in Eastern and Northern Ontario. This role is with a highly respected global leader in the Power Transmission & Motion Control industry. The successful candidate will be a tenured sales professional who thrives in a hands-off, trust-based environment and is capable of running their own regional business. This is an individual contributor role, responsible for driWe are seeking an independent, results-driven Sales Manager to manage and grow a key territory in Eastern and Northern Ontario. This role is with a highly respected global leader in the Power Transmission & Motion Control industry. The successful candidate will be a tenured sales professional who thrives in a hands-off, trust-based environment and is capable of running their own regional business. This is an individual contributor role, responsible for dri
- Our client, a global leader in actuarial services and financial advisory, is expanding its Risk Modelling Services team. We are seeking two high-caliber Property & Casualty (P&C) Actuaries—one at the Senior Associate level and one at the Manager level. This is a premier opportunity to transition from traditional corporate actuarial work into a high-visibility consulting role.This position is 100% remote and open to qualified candidates across all CanadianOur client, a global leader in actuarial services and financial advisory, is expanding its Risk Modelling Services team. We are seeking two high-caliber Property & Casualty (P&C) Actuaries—one at the Senior Associate level and one at the Manager level. This is a premier opportunity to transition from traditional corporate actuarial work into a high-visibility consulting role.This position is 100% remote and open to qualified candidates across all Canadian
- Our client, a global leader in professional services and risk advisory, is seeking a highly skilled Life Actuary to join their Risk Modelling Services team. This is a specialized consulting role designed for an expert who thrives on technical complexity and high-stakes financial reporting.As a recruiter for this premier firm, we are looking for a candidate who can bridge the gap between advanced actuarial modeling and strategic business advice. This is a 1Our client, a global leader in professional services and risk advisory, is seeking a highly skilled Life Actuary to join their Risk Modelling Services team. This is a specialized consulting role designed for an expert who thrives on technical complexity and high-stakes financial reporting.As a recruiter for this premier firm, we are looking for a candidate who can bridge the gap between advanced actuarial modeling and strategic business advice. This is a 1
- Tired of being "just a number" in a giant corporation? Then read on! Our client is a specialized and agile leader in Western Canada's roadside safety industry, looking for a high-energy Estimator who wants to do more than just enter data. This is a role with no ceiling—they hire for attitude and aptitude, giving you the freedom to shape your own career path as you grow together.AdvantagesThe PerksReal Impact: Your ideas are heard, and your input direTired of being "just a number" in a giant corporation? Then read on! Our client is a specialized and agile leader in Western Canada's roadside safety industry, looking for a high-energy Estimator who wants to do more than just enter data. This is a role with no ceiling—they hire for attitude and aptitude, giving you the freedom to shape your own career path as you grow together.AdvantagesThe PerksReal Impact: Your ideas are heard, and your input dire
- We are looking for an experienced and rigorous Inside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team in Chambly. This position is focused on account management and not business development. Your main role will be to manage submissions, product research, and logistics for our regular South Shore clients. If you have solid experience in B2B inside sales within the industrial distribution sector and are a team player, this role could evolve into a Team Lead coWe are looking for an experienced and rigorous Inside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team in Chambly. This position is focused on account management and not business development. Your main role will be to manage submissions, product research, and logistics for our regular South Shore clients. If you have solid experience in B2B inside sales within the industrial distribution sector and are a team player, this role could evolve into a Team Lead co
- Business Development Construction & DesignTerritory: West Island Montreal (GMA) On-Target Earnings (OTE): $60,000 to $90,000 Uncapped CommissionsAre you ready to skyrocket your career with a high-growth industry leader that is redefining the modern workspace?As a Sales Development Representative (SDR/BDR) within the construction and design sector, you will serve as the frontline ambassador and the very first point of contact for the company’s future clienBusiness Development Construction & DesignTerritory: West Island Montreal (GMA) On-Target Earnings (OTE): $60,000 to $90,000 Uncapped CommissionsAre you ready to skyrocket your career with a high-growth industry leader that is redefining the modern workspace?As a Sales Development Representative (SDR/BDR) within the construction and design sector, you will serve as the frontline ambassador and the very first point of contact for the company’s future clien
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- Are you an inside sales professional passionate about technical products and the distribution industry? Our client is looking for a seasoned Inside Sales Representative for a stimulating position in Dorval, in the heart of the Montreal metropolitan area. This key role will place you at the intersection of customer service, technical support, and business development, ensuring sustained growth in the essential field of industrial pipes, valves, and fittingsAre you an inside sales professional passionate about technical products and the distribution industry? Our client is looking for a seasoned Inside Sales Representative for a stimulating position in Dorval, in the heart of the Montreal metropolitan area. This key role will place you at the intersection of customer service, technical support, and business development, ensuring sustained growth in the essential field of industrial pipes, valves, and fittings
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- We’re searching for an awesome sales recruiter who’s ready to tackle an exciting new chapter in their career in Quebec CityDo you possess an interpersonal savvy that allows you to develop lasting relationships with your clients & work team?Does a combination of sales and recruitment sound exciting for the next chapter in your career?Do you view a challenge as motivation rather than an obstacle? Are you the type of person who makes new friends everywhere yoWe’re searching for an awesome sales recruiter who’s ready to tackle an exciting new chapter in their career in Quebec CityDo you possess an interpersonal savvy that allows you to develop lasting relationships with your clients & work team?Does a combination of sales and recruitment sound exciting for the next chapter in your career?Do you view a challenge as motivation rather than an obstacle? Are you the type of person who makes new friends everywhere yo
- Would you like to join a family-run company focused on long-term growth? Our client is seeking a highly motivated, "hunter" mentality individual to join their team as a Outside Sales Representative. This role offers the opportunity to treat your sales business as your own from the ground up , with excellent compensation and advancement opportunities for the right person. You will be crucial in strategically identifying new business and managing existing acWould you like to join a family-run company focused on long-term growth? Our client is seeking a highly motivated, "hunter" mentality individual to join their team as a Outside Sales Representative. This role offers the opportunity to treat your sales business as your own from the ground up , with excellent compensation and advancement opportunities for the right person. You will be crucial in strategically identifying new business and managing existing ac
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- Are you an experienced and ambitious banking professional looking for your next leadership challenge? A distinguished financial institution is seeking a dedicated Branch Manager to lead and grow its branch in Richmond or Burnaby, BC. This is an exceptional opportunity within the finance & accounting sector to drive business expansion, foster strong client relationships, and mentor a high-performing team. As a Branch Manager, you will be the cornerstone ofAre you an experienced and ambitious banking professional looking for your next leadership challenge? A distinguished financial institution is seeking a dedicated Branch Manager to lead and grow its branch in Richmond or Burnaby, BC. This is an exceptional opportunity within the finance & accounting sector to drive business expansion, foster strong client relationships, and mentor a high-performing team. As a Branch Manager, you will be the cornerstone of
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Through networking and a variety of other sales and marketing strategies, you will create awareness for company products and services and build relationships with prospective customers. You will need to have strong sales and interpersonal skills, and be a strong and persuasive communicator. Success in building relationships and adding new business in this role will open the door to a business development management role or other senior sales and marketing roles in the future.
what business development jobs entail
Business development professionals typically work in the sales and marketing department of the organization. You work in a typical office setting with normal business hours. You will spend the bulk of your time prospecting and networking with potential customers. In most cases, you will report to the business development manager and take instructions from them.
business development salaries in canada
Business development professionals who work in the sales and marketing industry can expect an average annual salary of about $45,000. The starting salary averages about $35,000 per year. With experience, you can expect to make up to $70,000 annually. People experienced with CRMs can increase their earning potential. Performance bonuses and commissions are commonly part of your compensation package
your day to day tasks
As a business development specialist, your main role is to increase sales and secure new business using company sales and marketing strategies and tools. Here are some of the day-to-day tasks you will be expected to execute as a business development specialist:
- working with the sales and marketing to identify business opportunities
- executing growth strategies
- conducting market research
- promoting company products
- preparing sales contracts
- negotiating with customers
- upselling current customers
- provide sales and acquisition reports
where you can work
Business development professionals work for all size companies and in almost all industries across Canada. Some work for sales and marketing companies, but most roles are found in-house with a sales or marketing team. Business development roles are found in cities across the country. More opportunities are available in larger cities with a large business community.
what you bring to the table
Business development professionals possess a combination of business acumen with sales and marketing knowledge to aid with business acquisition and customer retention. Here are some of the skills and experience hiring companies look for in business development professionals:
- customer relationship management (CRM)
- strong sales skills
- customer service experience
- interpersonal skills
- effective planning and forecasting
- business development experience
- microsoft office and web skills
- strategic sales
- market research
training and certifications
Business development associates are preferred to have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, sales and marketing, or a related field. Any additional education, experience, or certifications that can help with sales and business acquisition is viewed as an asset and can help you get an edge over other candidates.
where your career is headed
Business development professionals in sales and marketing have a number of career opportunities to consider once they gain experience at an entry level position. The natural next step in their career is to move up to a business development manager role or related sales and marketing management roles. With companies always looking to add new business, opportunities in this area look strong.
Do you have experience in business development? Are you ready to show what you are made of and take on a development role? Contact Randstad Canada today to explore your career options. We can help you take the next step in your career.