Business Development Manager, Greater Toronto Area (SALES

Securitas Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas Canada is seeking a Business Development Manager for the GTA to drive growth by identifying on-site guarding opportunities and building strong client relationships across diverse markets. The role emphasizes proactive prospecting and delivering tailored security solutions.

The position requires 2+ years in B2B sales, excellent communication and presentation skills, and a track record of managing complex sales cycles. Travel within the region is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years in B2B sales, ideally in service industries.
• Strong communication, presentation, and time management skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex sales cycles and lead generation.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business for protective services and integrated solutions.
• Prospect and qualify organizations needing security programs.
• Collaborate with operations to design coverage and procedures.
• Prepare proposals, pricing, and respond to RFPs.
• Maintain CRM data and market intelligence.
• Ensure solutions meet client needs and company standards.

Skills

B2B sales

Communication

Presentation

Time management

Sales cycle management

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Summary

As a Business Development Manager, GTA, you'll drive growth by identifying new on-site guarding opportunities and building strong client relationships across diverse markets. This role requires a proactive, customer-focused professional who thrives on prospecting and delivering tailored security solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new business for protective services and integrated solutions.
• Prospect and qualify organizations needing security programs.
• Collaborate with operations to design coverage and procedures.
• Prepare proposals, pricing, and respond to RFPs.
• Maintain CRM data and market intelligence.
• Ensure solutions meet client needs and company standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years in B2B sales, ideally in service industries.
• Strong communication, presentation, and time management skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex sales cycles and lead generation.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

Travel

Flexible within region as required.

Salary range

$75,000 to $80,000

Minimum Qualifications At Entry

Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

Minimum Hiring Standards

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a reliable means of communication (i.e., pager or phone).
• Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
• Must have the legal right to work in Canada.
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English and French in the province of Quebec.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be willing to participate in the Company's pre-employment screening process, including background investigation.

Competencies (as Demonstrated Through Experience, Training, And/or Testing)

• Skill in persuasive oral and written communications, including effective executive-level presentation skills.
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of sales and business development.
• Demonstrated energy, drive, determination and persistence, even when confronted with rejection.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and prospects.
• Ability to analyze sales data and develop recommendations and solutions.
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills.
• Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to be an effective team member and handle project assignments responsibly.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.
• Courteous telephone manner.
• Strong customer service and results orientation.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands)

With Or Without Reasonable Accommodation, Requires The Physical And Mental Capacity To Perform Effectively All Essential Functions. In Addition To Other Demands, The Demands Of The Job Include

• Maintaining composure in dealing with executives, clients, prospects, and staff, in group settings and in situations requiring high performance and results.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks and behavioral selection survey.
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Regular use of vehicle required in the performance of duties.
• Regular talking and hearing.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent local and regional/national travel to client sites for presentations, meetings, and visits.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving of presentation materials up to 20 pounds.

Securitas Canada celebrates diversity, and we welcome and encourage applications from the four designated groups; namely women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we're looking for you to join the Securitas team.