We are seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to lead sales efforts, drive business development, and ensure exceptional customer service. Our client is an expanding food company looking to grow their team to develop new retail business as well as manage key accounts for their RTE product line. This is a great opportunity to be a key stakeholder in a growing company that invests in its employees.

What we are looking for you to do:

- Development and execution of a retail strategic plan, focusing on Eastern Canada.
- Spearhead business development initiatives that are consistent with the retail and food service strategy.
- Sales forecasting, pipeline management, order processing, pricing, and contract negotiations.
- Coordinate and assist with the execution of the Retail/ Food Service strategies – identify potential retail targets across Eastern Canada.
- Build stronger relationships with existing clients to increase sales and market new products.
- Define sales objectives, strategies, and targets.
- Meet with customers, identifying opportunities and collecting customer and competitor information.
- Participate in various trade events as a company representative.
- Become an expert on the product line and the market, providing intelligence in both areas to the company.
- Full cycle business development initiatives which include cold calling and prospecting.

The experience we are looking for:

- 6+ years retail sales experience in the ready to eat food industry required.




- Experience working with full cycle business development to Eastern Canada; both branded and private label product.
- Clean criminal record and driver’s abstract.
- A hybrid position upon training completion; business development (no direct reports).

What we offer:

- A great salary, bonus, RRSP match, and perks.
- The opportunity to join a growing organization where you will be able to develop your career.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing company with outstanding career and growth opportunities. Please submit your resume in Word format, including accomplishments, to be considered for this exciting new role! We look forward to hearing from you today.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $120,000.00-$140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company car
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Application question(s):

- This role is all about hunting new business. Not people management.

Experience:

- Fresh Food, Ready to Eat Sales: 7 years (required)
- food manufacturer company: 5 years (required)
- Business development to leading retailers across Canada: 7 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Etobicoke, ON

📌 Business Development Manager (Canada)
🏢 The People
📍 Canada