170 Business Development jobs in Brampton

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Randstad, the world's leading partner for talent, is on the lookout for a passionate and driven Business Development Manager to join our vibrant team in Mississauga. If you're excited about forging new client partnerships and maximizing opportunities in the GTA, this is the role for you!

At Randstad, we don't just offer jobs; we provide opportunities for growth, empowerment, and endless possibilities. Join our passionate team and become part of a global network dedicated to shaping the future of talent solutions.

What you get to do:

• Dive headfirst into the world of client partnerships, proactively seeking out new opportunities across our target regions.
• Be the architect of success by facilitating our Sales team's engagement with key decision-makers at the Senior Executive and Management levels.
• Foster lasting relationships with our valued clients, serving as their primary point of contact and ensuring they receive top-notch service from Randstad Canada.
• Lead the charge in developing business strategies tailored to our branch delivery teams, driving growth and innovation.
• Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams to showcase the full breadth of Randstad Canada's offerings to our esteemed clientele.
• Unleash your strategic prowess by employing cutting-edge client hunting practices, backed by thorough market analysis and constant vigilance for revenue-generating opportunities.
• Keep a finger on the pulse of the market and industry trends, providing invaluable insights to our Management team.

What you bring to the table:

• 1-3 years experience selling staffing services in the industrial support / skilled-trades industry
• A proven track record of conquering new business territories and achieving stellar results.
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.
• A can-do attitude and an unwavering commitment to teamwork and company triumphs.
• Confidence in navigating the realms of Executive and Management contacts, both within and outside the organization.
• Masterful internet sleuthing skills - because in today's digital age, knowledge truly is power!

What's in it for you:

• Hybrid work environment
• Competitive base salary and bonus plan
• Wellness spending account and an ergonomic reimbursement program to equip your home office
• Randstad has been named one of Canada's Best Workplaces by Great Places to Work for more than 10 consecutive years, and one of the Best Workplaces for Women
• 3 weeks (15 days) paid vacation in your first 12 months plus additional care days and corporate holidays
• Work in a fast-paced atmosphere, where every day is different and the challenges are varied
• The chance to progress within an authentic, supportive and growing organization
• A collaborative and participative leadership style
  
  

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Randstad, the world's leading partner for talent, is on the lookout for a passionate and driven Business Development Manager to join our vibrant team in Mississauga. If you're excited about forging new client partnerships and maximizing opportunities in the GTA, this is the role for you!

At Randstad, we don't just offer jobs; we provide opportunities for growth, empowerment, and endless possibilities. Join our passionate team and become part of a global network dedicated to shaping the future of talent solutions.

What you get to do:

• Dive headfirst into the world of client partnerships, proactively seeking out new opportunities across our target regions.
• Be the architect of success by facilitating our Sales team's engagement with key decision-makers at the Senior Executive and Management levels.
• Foster lasting relationships with our valued clients, serving as their primary point of contact and ensuring they receive top-notch service from Randstad Canada.
• Lead the charge in developing business strategies tailored to our branch delivery teams, driving growth and innovation.
• Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams to showcase the full breadth of Randstad Canada's offerings to our esteemed clientele.
• Unleash your strategic prowess by employing cutting-edge client hunting practices, backed by thorough market analysis and constant vigilance for revenue-generating opportunities.
• Keep a finger on the pulse of the market and industry trends, providing invaluable insights to our Management team.

What you bring to the table:

• 1-3 years experience selling staffing services in the industrial support / skilled-trades industry
• A proven track record of conquering new business territories and achieving stellar results.
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.
• A can-do attitude and an unwavering commitment to teamwork and company triumphs.
• Confidence in navigating the realms of Executive and Management contacts, both within and outside the organization.
• Masterful internet sleuthing skills - because in today's digital age, knowledge truly is power!

What's in it for you:

• Hybrid work environment
• Competitive base salary and bonus plan
• Wellness spending account and an ergonomic reimbursement program to equip your home office
• Randstad has been named one of Canada's Best Workplaces by Great Places to Work for more than 10 consecutive years, and one of the Best Workplaces for Women
• 3 weeks (15 days) paid vacation in your first 12 months plus additional care days and corporate holidays
• Work in a fast-paced atmosphere, where every day is different and the challenges are varied
• The chance to progress within an authentic, supportive and growing organization
• A collaborative and participative leadership style
  
  

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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Business Development Leader

**The Opportunity**
Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.
If you have experience in sales and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Zurich Canada is currently looking for a Business Development Leader to deliver profitable growth.
Reporting to the Regional Vice President, you will be responsible for delivering profitable growth through selling a suite of solutions in a unified way while also managing the existing portfolio. This comprises the development of an intimate knowledge of a given distributor's business model and proposition. The Business Development Leader would also be responsible to create customized business plans which optimizes identified opportunities that align with our market basket strategies.
This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.
This is a hybrid work opportunity.
**What you will do**
- Responsible for sales targets: Aggressively seeks new and renewal account opportunities and collaborates with a team of sales specialists and underwriter resources to facilitate closing the opportunity.
- Conducts discussions with distributors to develop a detailed and accurate distributor profile and business plan.
- Completes and maintains a detailed opportunity assessment with key distributors, which also identifies distributor growth areas that align with Zurich's broad range of insurance products and services.
- Builds strong business relationships at multiple levels of the distributor´s organization.
- Conducts regular sales calls with distributor and internal functions with frequency aligned to opportunity and need.
- Works with Business Units to execute distributor business plans.
- Conducts periodic reviews with distributors, manages their performance to ensure execution of the business plan.
- Qualifies accounts to meet with Zurich´s appetite.
- In partnership with underwriters, negotiates to close accounts with distributors.
- Drives and manages process to increase Zurich product density at existing accounts.
- Builds internal relationships with Zurich Business Units to facilitate a unified face to market.
- Serves as the escalation point for distributor on service and business
- Manages sales pipeline.
- Achieves goals related to sales calls, submissions, hit ratios, and production.
- Effectively executes sales strategies and campaigns.
- Business Travel, prioritizing in-person activities.
**Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table**
- Bachelor's Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Sales or Underwriting areas
AND
- 7 or more years of experience in the Sales or Underwriting areas
AND
- Leadership experience of multidisciplinary teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to execute effective sales strategies
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to facilitate critical business relationships both to internal and external stakeholders
- Strong understanding of the insurance industry from a market and underwriting perspective
**Our Culture**
- At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.
- We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.
- We care about our employees' well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.
- We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.
- We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.
- We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
- We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources.
- We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada's 5-Star Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award.
**Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.**
**About Us**
Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi-line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid-sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With over 500 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in-depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals' first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at .
A future with Zurich
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.
As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free environment resulting in an accessible organization for employees, customers, and other parties who interact with, or on behalf of, Zurich. We strive to achieve a workplace free of discrimination of all forms, including discrimination on the basis of physical or mental disability, or medical condition. If you are interested in a job opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation, so we can work with you to provide a more accessible process.
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich Canadian Holdings Limited. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
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**Director, Business Development (Hybrid)**
_HUB Financial_
Hub Financial, a division of HUB International, is one of Canada's largest independent Managing General Agencies (MGA). Specializing in life insurance, investments, and wealth management, we provide independent financial advisors with a wide range of products, resources, and tools to help their business succeed. Our services include access to top-tier insurance solutions, cutting-edge technology platforms, and operational support all designed to streamline business processes and improve client outcomes. At Hub Financial we empower independent advisors to grow their practices, enhance their client service, and deliver comprehensive financial solutions.
**About The Role**
The **Director, Business Development** provides comprehensive support to Advisors by using educational resources, offering advice, coaching, and presenting tailored sales solutions. This role is key to driving new sales growth within the assigned portfolio of advisors, while also recruiting new advisors and expanding blocks of business. Success in this position stems from a deep understanding and effective promotion of HUB's unique value proposition.
**What You'll Do**
+ Drive regional sales in all lines of business
+ Recruit advisors and blocks of business to HUB
+ Building strong advisor relationships with new and existing HUB Advisors
+ Provide a wholistic insurance solution to brokers based on the needs of the clients
+ Promote HUB tools and resources to HUB advisors
+ Represent HUB at various industry and HUB meetings
+ Participate in campaigns to drive new insurance business
+ Continuous learning and participating in insurance and investment industry training to stay informed and educated on industry best business practices
**What You'll Need for Success**
+ Strong sales and new business development planning experience.
+ Strong established networks in the life insurance and investment industry.
+ Strong knowledge of insurance products and strategies.
+ Working knowledge of taxation regulations which impact insurance solutions.
+ Outstanding presentation and communication capabilities.
+ Post Secondary education preferred.
+ Minimum of 5 years' experience in the life insurance or investment industry.
+ Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences (written and verbal).
+ Ability to work efficiently and effectively, utilizing good time management skills.
+ Strong desire to keep up with competition and trends in the life insurance industry.
+ Exhibit a strong inclination and readiness to pursue further industry education (such as QAFP, CFP, and CLU certifications) to foster career growth at HUB.
**What's in it for you?**
Your well-being is our priority, and we back this up with a wealth of benefits:
+ **Competitive Compensation:** Benefit from a pay structure that includes incentives, bonuses, and opportunities to increase your earnings.
+ **Work-Life Balance:** Enjoy flexible work arrangements and generous time off to support your personal and professional life.
+ **Tailored Benefits:** Access a personalized benefits package, including company-matched RRSPs, designed to meet your unique needs.
+ **Career Growth and Support:** Invest in your future with HUB! Take advantage of our sponsored training and development programs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and coverage for professional license fees and membership dues-everything you need to support your growth and excel in your career.
+ **Exclusive Perks:** Take advantage of discounts on events, travel, accommodations, and personal home & auto insurance.
At HUB, we believe that diversity drives innovation, equity fosters opportunity, and inclusion creates a culture where everyone thrives. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole self to work. By embracing diverse perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment, we cultivate a collaborative and dynamic team that delivers exceptional results for our clients and communities.
**Compensation**
This position offers a base salary along with eligibility for a targeted bonus, providing a rewarding opportunity for high performance.
**Working Condition**
+ 50% office, 50% outbound meetings with clients and prospects.
+ Travel within your assigned region
**Why Choose HUB?**
When you choose HUB, you're choosing a competitive, exciting, and friendly work environment that strategically positions you for longevity and offers significant advancement, growth, and success opportunities. To read more about HUB, please visit - About Us - HUB International ( HUB International**
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Hub International Limited ( is a leading full-service global insurance broker and financial services firm providing risk management, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management products and services. With more than 19,000 employees in offices located throughout North America, HUB's vast network of specialists brings clarity to a changing world with tailored solutions and unrelenting advocacy, so clients are ready for tomorrow.
We're not just an insurance broker, we bring clarity to a changing world with tailored solutions and unrelenting advocacy.
If you're interested in learning how you can grow your career at HUB, visit our Careers Page ( to explore our opportunities.
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Required Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience
Required Travel: Up to 50%
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**It's more than a job**
As an Insurance professional at Kuehne+Nagel, your job is to help individuals and companies manage and mitigate risks associated with their supply chain. At the same time, your work helps create memorable experiences for people around the world. For example, your expertise empowers our teams to master the transportation and storage of fine wines so that couples and friends can enjoy dates and celebrations. Insurance work at Kuehne+Nagel contributes to more than we imagine.
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Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Toronto office is looking for a new Business Development Executive to join our Insurance Brokers team. Reporting to the Managing Director, you'll be part of the Marine Sales Team. If you're highly motivated, detail oriented with an emphasis on maintaining strong communication and relationship building skills, this might be a fit for you!
**How you create impact**
+ Collaborate directly with all channels of Kuehne + Nagel's sales representatives to offer Nacora insurance solutions to current freight/logistics clients.
+ Independently identify, qualify and close new business insurance clients.
+ Assist in creation of presentations for customers.
+ Monitor incoming credit applications and contact clients who have consented to receive information on 'My Nacora Quote' tool.
+ Work with sales/telesales/customer care and customer service representatives to ensure proper usage of 'My Nacora Quote' online quoting tool.
+ Monitor the number of quotes per week/month/year by sales channels and conduct follow up meetings.
+ Spot & flex quotation preparation.
+ Customer set-up and implementation of new policies and agree.
+ Scan list of accounts that do not have insurance and introduce Nacora.
+ Convert clients with over 2-3 spot shipments a month to flex or fix. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment /interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
**What we would like you to bring**
+ Comfortable travelling as needed for offsite for client calls with a member of the Sales team.
+ 5+ years experience in inside sales and/or insurance brokerage sales preferred.
+ Strong knowledge of various systems (e.g Corelog, SAlog etc).
+ Detail oriented, collaborative, adaptive with excellent communication skills.
+ Strong PowerPoint and Excel Skills.
+ Anticipated start in October.
**What's in it for you**
There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-KE1
**Who we are**
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.
Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.

As a Manager - Business Development, you will manage research, analyze, and develop new business opportunities. You will be responsible for creating effective business plans to generate revenue, increase product lines, expand into new markets, and improve customer satisfaction. You will analyze and monitor business growth and decline, as well as provide possible solutions and new ways to strengthen the Company's competitive position within the industry.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Identifies, evaluates, and develops new business opportunities in order to expand business and increase profitability.
+ Responsible for retaining and expanding existing company relationships, product lines or market segments, and soliciting new business from prospective customers and suppliers.
+ Oversees development and research activities to build on the Company's strengths, identifies potential new markets and business opportunities and increases market share.
+ Establishes relationships with potential customers and suppliers. Discusses unmet needs, problems, or complaints, and arranges for meetings with appropriate Wesco representatives.
+ Calls on existing or prospective customers within framework of business development call program.
+ Represents Wesco in identifying, evaluating, and negotiating acquisitions, partnerships, alliances, joint ventures, and start-ups in current and new business.
+ Conducts roll out meetings at new, key, and global account customer locations.
+ Leads, develops, and nurtures local implementation teams (LIT).
+ Finds, calculates, and documents cost savings related to direct spend, indirect spend and value add services programs.
+ Creates and implements account business development activities including product gap identification, account discovery process, and One-Wesco engagement.
+ Conducts internal and customer training sessions on account and customer processes.
+ Serves as liaison between key suppliers, marketing services, and location operations
**Qualifications:**
+ High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration preferred
+ 5 years required, 6+ years of preferred experience directly related to position
+ 5 years required, 6+ years preferred of financial analysis, sales, negotiation
+ Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers, and competitors
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Strong business analysis, financial modeling and negotiation skills
+ Ability to initiate and develop relationships with key decision makers inside and outside company
+ Capable of spotting new business opportunities and quickly evaluate opportunities
+ Capacity to analyze financial and operational data, statements and projections
+ Ability to identify and cultivate external resources
+ Ability to establish relationships of trust
+ Ability to learn complex technical information quickly
+ Comfortable working in fast-paced environment and simultaneously manage several projects
+ Knowledge of Wesco's existing business lines, strengths and challenges preferred
+ Ability to travel 50% - 75%

**DESCRIPTION**
**Job Title: Director, Business Development**
**Position Overview:**
Acosta Canada is seeking a seasoned and strategic **Director of Business Development** to lead our growth initiatives and drive revenue expansion. This high-impact role requires a dynamic leader with a proven track record in business development, client engagement, and sales strategy execution. The ideal candidate will bring deep industry knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
Working cross-functionally with all divisions of Acosta Canada, the Director will identify whitespace opportunities, craft compelling business narratives, and develop persuasive sales presentations that effectively communicate our value proposition.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Essential Functions:**
+ **Lead Generation & Pipeline Development:** Proactively identify, qualify, and cultivate new business opportunities to expand our client base and increase revenue.
+ **Executive-Level Client Engagement:** Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers, leading high-stakes negotiations and strategic discussions.
+ **RFP Process Management:** Coordinate and contribute to the full RFP lifecycle, including gathering inputs, developing tailored responses, and ensuring timely, high-quality submissions that align with client expectations and business objectives.
+ **Sales Agency Operations Expertise:** Leverage deep understanding of sales agency models to align business development strategies with client expectations and operational capabilities.
+ **Financial Acumen:** Utilize solid financial understanding to support business development efforts, including assessing revenue potential, contributing to pricing strategies, and helping build business cases. Work closely with internal teams to ensure proposals and initiatives align with financial goals.
+ **Strategic Communication:** Represent the company with professionalism and clarity in all internal and external communications, including outreach initiatives and industry events.
+ **Presentation Excellence:** Deliver compelling, tailored presentations to clients, partners, and internal stakeholders that effectively communicate value propositions and strategic insights.
+ **Organizational Agility:** Manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously, maintaining precision and attention to detail across all projects.
+ **Performance Under Pressure:** Demonstrate resilience and focus in dynamic environments, consistently delivering results within tight timelines.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Key Qualifications & Experience:**
+ Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in business development, sales, or client-facing leadership roles.
+ Demonstrated success in generating and closing deals and partnerships.
+ Strong understanding of sales agency operations and client service models.
+ Proven ability to lead negotiations and influence decision makers.
+ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
+ Highly organized with excellent multitasking and project management abilities.
**ABOUT US**
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer
**Job Category:** Marketing
**Position Type:** Full time
**Business Unit:** Sales
**Salary Range:** $102,900.00 - $150,000.00
**Company:** Acosta Services Canada Co
**Req ID:** 7012

**DESCRIPTION**
**Job Title: Director, Business Development**
**Position Overview:**
Acosta Canada is seeking a seasoned and strategic **Director of Business Development** to lead our growth initiatives and drive revenue expansion. This high-impact role requires a dynamic leader with a proven track record in business development, client engagement, and sales strategy execution. The ideal candidate will bring deep industry knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
Working cross-functionally with all divisions of Acosta Canada, the Director will identify whitespace opportunities, craft compelling business narratives, and develop persuasive sales presentations that effectively communicate our value proposition.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Essential Functions:**
+ **Lead Generation & Pipeline Development:** Proactively identify, qualify, and cultivate new business opportunities to expand our client base and increase revenue.
+ **Executive-Level Client Engagement:** Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers, leading high-stakes negotiations and strategic discussions.
+ **RFP Process Management:** Coordinate and contribute to the full RFP lifecycle, including gathering inputs, developing tailored responses, and ensuring timely, high-quality submissions that align with client expectations and business objectives.
+ **Sales Agency Operations Expertise:** Leverage deep understanding of sales agency models to align business development strategies with client expectations and operational capabilities.
+ **Financial Acumen:** Utilize solid financial understanding to support business development efforts, including assessing revenue potential, contributing to pricing strategies, and helping build business cases. Work closely with internal teams to ensure proposals and initiatives align with financial goals.
+ **Strategic Communication:** Represent the company with professionalism and clarity in all internal and external communications, including outreach initiatives and industry events.
+ **Presentation Excellence:** Deliver compelling, tailored presentations to clients, partners, and internal stakeholders that effectively communicate value propositions and strategic insights.
+ **Organizational Agility:** Manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously, maintaining precision and attention to detail across all projects.
+ **Performance Under Pressure:** Demonstrate resilience and focus in dynamic environments, consistently delivering results within tight timelines.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Key Qualifications & Experience:**
+ Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in business development, sales, or client-facing leadership roles.
+ Demonstrated success in generating and closing deals and partnerships.
+ Strong understanding of sales agency operations and client service models.
+ Proven ability to lead negotiations and influence decision makers.
+ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
+ Highly organized with excellent multitasking and project management abilities.
**ABOUT US**
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer
**Job Category:** Marketing
**Position Type:** Full time
**Business Unit:** Sales
**Salary Range:** $102,900.00 - $150,000.00
**Company:** Acosta Services Canada Co
**Req ID:** 7012

**Our Mission**
At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:
Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.
**Who We Are**
We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.
As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!
At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.
**Your Career**
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Business Development Manager to join Palo Alto Networks. This leader will be responsible for defining and executing our strategic partnership and business development initiatives across key areas of our business. You will lead a team, identify and close complex, high-impact partnerships, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape our go-to-market strategy.
**Your Impact:**
+ **Strategic Leadership:** Develop and own the overall business development strategy for your assigned area, identifying white space opportunities, and defining the partnership landscape
+ **Team Management:** Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of business development professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and growth
+ **Partnership Execution:** Personally lead the most critical and complex partnership negotiations, from initial contact to contract execution, ensuring alignment with our long-term strategic goals
+ **Cross-Functional Influence:** Serve as the primary business development liaison to senior leaders across product, engineering, marketing, and sales. Secure buy-in and resources for strategic initiatives and ensure flawless execution
+ **Market Intelligence:** Stay ahead of market trends, competitive shifts, and technological innovations to proactively identify new opportunities for growth and partnership
+ **Reporting & Analysis:** Develop and present compelling business cases, financial models, and performance dashboards to executive leadership to guide decision-making and measure success
+ **Brand Ambassador:** Represent Palo Alto Networks as a thought leader at key industry events, building and nurturing a powerful network of relationships with potential partners and influencers
**Your Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree required; an MBA or equivalent is strongly preferred or military experience required
+ 5 years in a leadership or people management role
+ Deep expertise and a strong network within the technology and cybersecurity industries
+ Proven track record of building and leading successful business development teams and closing multi-million dollar, strategic deals
+ Exceptional executive-level communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. You can articulate a vision and influence key stakeholders
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex market dynamics into actionable business strategies and financial models
+ A strategic thinker who can operate at a high level while also being able to dive into the details of a negotiation
**The Team**
Our sales team members work hand-in-hand with large organizations around the world to keep their digital environments protected. We educate, inspire, and empower our potential clients in their journey to security. We also work closely with other segments of our sales organization to provide the best customer experience: Renewals, Field Team, Marketing, Sales Engineers, etc.
As part of our sales team, you are empowered with unmatched systems and tools, constantly updated research and sales libraries, and a team built on joint success. You won't find someone at Palo Alto Networks that isn't committed to your success - with everyone pitching in to assist when it comes to solutions selling, learning, and development. As a member of our sales team, you are motivated by a solutions-focused sales environment and find fulfillment in working with clients to resolve incredibly complex cyberthreats.
**Our Commitment**
We're problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at .
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.
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