Pinnacle is working with an extremely well-established and highly respected Western Canadian food and beverage company that is embarking on an exciting growth journey into Ontario. With a proven reputation for excellence and a strong foundation in Western Canada, the organization is now seeking aBusiness Development Manager to spearhead its expansion into the Greater Toronto Area, with the longer-term vision of growing across all of Ontario. This opportunity is ideal for a highly motivated and strategic sales professional who thrives on building new business, forging key partnerships, and uncovering market opportunities in the competitive food and beverage sector.
WHY WORK WITH THIS COMPANY? The company fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, providing avenues for professional growth and a chance to contribute meaningfully to a trusted brand in the foodservice sector. You’ll work within a fun-loving team that genuinely enjoys each other’s company.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS A BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER: * Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to establish and grow the company’s presence in the GTA. * Prospect, identify, and secure new customers, accounts, and partnerships in the food and beverage sector, including hotels, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and specialty food service. * Conduct market research to identify trends, competitive dynamics, and opportunities for growth. * Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, operations, logistics) to ensure seamless execution of business development initiatives. * Prepare and present sales forecasts, budgets, and performance reports to senior management. * Represent the company at industry trade shows, networking events, and customer meetings. * Serve as the primary contact for GTA clients, providing exceptional service and account management. * Over time, expand the strategy and execution to cover broader Ontario markets.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR IN A BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER: * Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience). * 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or account management within the food & beverage industry. * Strong knowledge of the GTA food and beverage market, with established industry connections preferred. * Demonstrated success in driving sales growth, securing new accounts, and exceeding revenue targets. * Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills. * Highly self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently. * Willingness to travel throughout the GTA and, eventually, Ontario.
APPLY NOW! Send a resume (quoting job number #22474) to Maurice Cadieux, Senior Executive Recruitment Consultant at [email protected].
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