Business Development Executive

Bunzl Canada; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Bunzl Canada is seeking a highly motivated Business Development Executive to drive new business growth in our target markets. This role focuses on hunting and acquiring new customers by identifying high-potential prospects, developing relationships, and positioning our solutions to meet business needs.

You will work with marketing and sales teams to expand our customer base, increase revenue, and penetrate the market.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in business, Marketing, related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and secure new logos within assigned territories or industries.
• Conduct discovery meetings to understand customer challenges, needs and objectives.
• Position products and services as tailored solutions providing measurable value.
• Maintain an active, well-managed sales pipeline to ensure revenue growth.
• Lead pricing discussions and contract negotiations to close profitable deals.
• Collaborate with marketing, category management, and sales support teams on campaigns and engagement.
• Monitor sales performance metrics and refine strategies based on data and feedback.
• Nurture relationships with new customers post-onboarding to maximize account penetration.

Skills

New business acquisition

Consultative selling

Pipeline management

Market research

Negotiation

Relationship building

Data-driven decision making

Prospecting

Time management

Education

Diploma or degree in business/Marketing

Tools

CRM software

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development Executive to drive new business growth within our target markets. This role is focused on hunting and acquiring new customers by identifying high-potential prospects, developing strong relationships, and positioning our solutions to meet their business needs. As part of our B2B distribution sales team, the Business Development Executive will play a critical role in expanding our customer base, increasing revenue, and driving market penetration. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly driven sales professional who excels at building strong customer relationships, executing strategic sales plans, and consistently exceeding targets. If you are passionate about business development and thrive in a high-energy, goal-oriented environment, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• New Business Acquisition & Prospecting -Identify, qualify, and secure new logos within assigned territories or industries. Utilize cold calling, networking, referrals, and digital outreach to build a strong pipeline of high-potential prospects. Develop and execute a sales plan to drive new business growth.
• Consultative Selling & Solution Positioning -Conduct discovery meetings to understand customer challenges, needs, and objectives. Position our products and services as tailored solutions that provide measurable value. Deliver compelling presentations and proposals to key decision-makers.
• Pipeline Development & Sales Execution - Maintain an active and well-managed sales pipeline to ensure consistent revenue growth. Track leads, opportunities, and interactions in the CRM system, ensuring accurate forecasting. Drive deals through the sales cycle, overcoming objections and closing business.
• Market Research & Competitive Intelligence - Stay informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and market conditions to refine sales strategies. Identify emerging opportunities and gaps in the market to position our solutions effectively. Provide insights to leadership to support business growth initiatives.
• Negotiation & Deal Closing - Lead pricing discussions and contract negotiations to secure profitable deals. Effectively handle objections, remove barriers to purchase, and build value-based cases for our solutions. Ensure seamless customer onboarding and successful implementation.
• Collaboration with Internal Teams - Work closely with marketing, category management, and sales support teams execute targeted campaigns and customer engagement strategies within our key target customer verticals. Partner with sales support, operations and customer service teams to ensure a smooth transition from prospect to active customer.
• Sales Reporting & Performance Optimization - Monitor key sales performance indicators, including revenue growth, conversion rates, and pipeline health. Regularly assess and refine sales strategies based on data insights and customer feedback. Provide regular updates to leadership on sales progress and market trends.
• Account Nurturing & Expansion -Establish and maintain strong relationships with newly acquired customers during hand-off to Portfolio Sales Executive to drive long-term partnerships and to maximize account penetration within the first 6-month after onboarding.

Education

Diploma or degree in business, Marketing, related field or equivalent experience.

Experience

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a new business acquisition role. Experience in a complex distribution environment an asset.

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrate a relentless drive to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Maintain focus on key objectives and takes accountability for achieving business goals.
• Use data-driven insights to track progress, optimize sales strategies, and improve performance.
• Communicate persuasively and with conviction to drive customer decisions.
• Clearly articulate value propositions, positioning solutions as essential to business success.
• Build credibility and trust by demonstrating deep industry knowledge and expertise.
• Operate with confidence and independence, making strategic decisions to drive sales.
• Take proactive ownership of the sales process, from prospecting to closing deals.
• Display resilience in overcoming obstacles and remains motivated without constant oversight.

Performance Metrics

• Achievement of new business revenue and customer acquisition targets.
• Growth of sales pipeline and conversion rates.
• Number of new accounts opened and revenue generated within the first 6 months.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental coverage through flexible plan options, retirement savings plan with company match on eligible contributions, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Bunzl Canada Inc. (bunzlcanada.ca) provides the food and retail packaging, cleaning and hygiene products and equipment, safety and industrial supplies which keep over 58,000 Canadian businesses running optimally, every day. We bring our customers the advantage of global sourcing, product innovation and national scale combined with responsive local service and deep category expertise. Bunzl Canada is a certified Great Place to Work®. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and positive working environment for all employees so that they experience a strong sense of belonging, while developing individually and professionally. Bunzl Canada is an operating company of Bunzl plc (BNZL.L), a FTSE100 company listed on the London Stock Exchange. With 27,000 employees in over 30 countries, our global presence spans the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the UK and Ireland. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… Your Career - - Our Future!

Bunzl Canada has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is our established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.