POSITION DESCRIPTION
FOP CONSULTANTS is looking for Business Development Managers at the intermediate level motivated to deliver on mandates for its clients in the agri-food sector. The mandate is to develop business in the agri-food sector by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals and negotiating contracts and to track the pipeline and maintain client relationships and partnerships.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define the growth strategy for the agri-food sector.
- Identify and qualify opportunities with processors and distributors.
- Prepare service offerings and business proposals.
- Negotiate agreements and close contracts.
- Track the sales pipeline and forecasts in the CRM.
- Represent the company at industry events and trade shows.
- Maintain client relationships and partnerships.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration (BA, MBA), Commerce or Marketing.
- Five (05) to ten (10) years of industry experience.
- Three (03) to seven (07) years of experience as a Business Development Manager.
- Sector standards: HACCP, SFCR (CFIA), SQF, BRCGS, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000.
- Tools and systems: MS Office suite, CRM (HubSpot, Salesforce), LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Power BI.
- Hold one of the following certifications: Consultative selling certification, Google Analytics, HubSpot.
- The following are considered assets: MBA, PMP, digital marketing certification.
- Experience in Canadian public or private organizations.
- Language: French and English
WORK MODE
WHAT WE OFFER
At FOP CONSULTANTS, we invest in the success and well-being of our experts. By joining our team, you benefit from an environment designed to support your performance and respect your work-life balance, including:
- Competitive compensation that reflects your expertise;
- Complete protection through our group insurance plans;
- Professional liability insurance so you can practise with confidence;
- Remote-work flexibility, based on client needs;
- 3 weeks of vacation to recharge;
- 3 paid sick days, to take care of yourself;
- A monthly allowance for your transportation costs;
- Real opportunities for advancement within the organization;
- Ongoing access to training to grow your skills.