Business Development Manager

Lethbridge, AB T1J0N8

Posted: 04/08/2024 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Sales and Marketing Job Number: TW8604811327 Pay Rate: $80000 / year

Job Description

Select People Solutions is pleased to be working with Prairie Gold Produce as they search for a Business Development Manager to join their team. As a Business Development Manager, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving the company's sales efforts and expanding their client base locally, nationally, and internationally. This is a challenging and rewarding position that requires a proactive individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
 
Prairie Gold Produce Ltd. has been supporting retailers and food service operators by providing them with only the best Alberta-grown potatoes for forty years. Prairie Gold’s fresh pack facility ensures its customers get the freshest potatoes while keeping their environmental footprint small. To meet the global demand for potato products Prairie Gold Produce adopted a unique manufacturing process that turns its potatoes into potato granules for easy shipping and multi-use food purposes. This refined process allows our international customers to experience the amazing flavour of Alberta-grown potatoes with minimal environmental impact and flexibility in its use. 
 
Compensation & Hours: 
  • $80,000/year + profit sharing
  • Benefits package
  • Travel is expected
  • Hybrid role, but successful candidate must be open to travel to Vauxhall, AB on a weekly/as needed basis
Position Summary: 
  • Identify and target potential clients through various means, across North America and internationally
  • Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified leads
  • Conduct presentations to potential clients, effectively communicating the value and benefits of Prairie Gold Produce products
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing clients 
  • Provide excellent customer service and support to ensure client satisfaction and loyalty
  • Stay informed about industry trends and market conditions 
  • Utilize market knowledge to identify opportunities for business growth. 
  • Work closely with management and facilities to ensure sales targets and customer expectations are achieved
Required Qualifications: 
  • Proven track record in Outside or Territory Sales, with an ability to achieve goals and profitability
  • Excellent negotiation and closing skills
  • Self-motivated, goal-oriented and able to work independently
  • Previous experience in identifying and pursuing new opportunities
  • High level of integrity, respect and work ethic
  • Well-developed, genuine communication skills
  • Exceptional critical thinking, mathematical, and analytical skills
  • Valid driver’s license and clean abstract
  • Ability to travel internationally 
Bonus Points For: 
  • Experience in an Agricultural based business
  • Post-Secondary Education
Right People. Right Seat.
Exciting Job Opportunities in Lethbridge!

Founded in 1998, Select People Solutions is a locally owned, full-service recruitment, executive search, temporary staffing, and HR consulting firm. We partner with hundreds of companies throughout Southern Alberta to find them staff. Our goal is to provide job seekers with additional tools to connect them with meaningful employment opportunities, which is why we offer a range of employment options in our four divisions - agriculture, industrial, professional, and office. We look forward to hearing from you!

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