Business Development Manager

Leonardo DRS; Bedford (Ville); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Wellness program

Professional development

Parental leave support

Vacation and leave

Job summary

A leading defence technology company based in Bedford, NS is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive initiatives within the Power Line of Business. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have significant experience in Power Electronics. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential to develop market opportunities and enhance business relationships. This role offers flexible work hours, competitive compensation, and industry-leading health benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in Power Electronics.
• Canadian Naval background is a strong asset.
• Ability to support domestic travel – up to 50%.
• Planning, organization, project and time management skills.
• Knowledge of company products, markets and technology.
• Experience with Electrical Engineering and power conversion technology preferred.
• Strong analytical and financial skills; Salesforce experience preferred.
• Ability to support domestic travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new business initiatives.
• Conduct market analysis and identify customer needs.
• Grow external business relationships and partnerships.
• Conduct market analysis and assess competitive activity.
• Identify and explore customer needs; grow external relationships.
• Assist with planning, designing, and implementing business plans.
• Coordinate activities with other departments and functions.
• Participate in strategic alliances and external relationships.
• Make presentations on the company portfolio of products and services.
• Support deployment of the company’s vision, strategies, and tactics.
• Participate in business meetings as requested.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Salesforce experience

Project management

Time management

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Salesforce experience

Electrical engineering

Power conversion

Naval defence experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Director, Line of Business Lead – Power, the Business Development Manager will develop and conduct the evaluation and implementation of new initiatives and business opportunities for our Power Line of Business. We are looking for a highly driven Business Development Manager with experience in Power Electronics. This position is based in-office and will work out of our Bedford, NS location.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct the evaluation and implementation of new initiatives and business opportunities for the Company under direction of the Line of Business Lead.
• Provide strategic and tactical input to the business by evaluating new initiatives and business opportunities.
• Attend trade shows as representative of the company.
• Conduct market analysis and competitive activity.
• Identify and explore customer needs.
• Grow and sustain external business relationships and partnerships.
• Provide assistance in planning, designing, and implementing business plans.
• Coordinate and facilitate activities and commitments with other departments and/or functions.
• Participate/coordinate in strategic alliances and other external business relationships.
• Make presentations on Company portfolio of products and services.
• Assist with the follow‑through and deployment of the Company’s vision, strategies, and tactics.
• Conduct and attend business meetings as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience (Master’s degree preferred).
• Canadian Naval background, or naval defence experience, considered a strong asset.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
• Planning and organization, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to work on complex problems.
• Knowledge of company products, markets and technology.
• Experience with Electrical Engineering and power conversion technology preferred.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Salesforce experience preferred.
• Ability to support domestic travel – up to 50 %.

Benefits

• A motivating team‑based environment where your achievements matter.
• An opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS PPI’s next generation of power conversion equipment, using leading edge technology.
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance.
• Industry‑leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare.
  • An exceptional mental health benefit.
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships and access to free online learning resources.
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions and access to complimentary financial planning.
  • Maternity and Parental leave top‑up.
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off.

Location & Application

Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada. All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance. Applicants requiring a disability‑related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com/careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer / EEO Statement

DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.