Business Development Manager – Ottawa, Ontario and surrounding areas

HUGO and Company; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Ottawa market. This contract position offers a unique opportunity to engage with clients and promote a brand dedicated to serving the senior community. You'll be responsible for networking, building relationships, and managing customer interactions, all while working independently. If you have a passion for helping others and a knack for marketing, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values empathy and professionalism, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors and their families.

Qualifications

• Strong networking and marketing skills for B2B and B2C.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with a focus on efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain the Ottawa market through networking.
• Develop authentic relationships with clients and manage CRM.

Skills

B2B Networking

B2C Marketing

Customer Relationship Management

Social Media Engagement

Detail Orientation

Organizational Skills

Empathy

Problem Solving

Job description

Business Development Manager – Ottawa, Ontario and surrounding areas

This is a contract, commission-based position.

The Business Development Manager would be responsible for building and maintaining the Ottawa market. Reporting directly to the owner, you will promote the brand through various marketing channels.

Key Responsibilities

1. Identify and contact potential B2B (business-to-business) and B2C (business-to-clients) through networking and marketing
2. Develop, build and nurture authentic relationships with clients
3. Maintain Customer Relationship Management database and other administrative tasks
4. Efficient and effective communication with head office, team members and clients
5. Social media engagement with clients and contacts
6. Any additional tasks to build and maintain the business as required

Metrics

1. Manage and execute projects with a high level of efficiency, accuracy and professionalism
2. Demonstrates positive exposure of the brand by living the values of professionalism, precision and respect
3. Positive feedback from clients, team members and repeat business from retirement and care homes
4. Positive and nurturing work environment for all team members and contractors
5. All procedures, KPI’s and brand standards followed

This job description is not all-inclusive and certain activities, duties or responsibilities may be required of the contractor as needed.

Requirements

1. Ability to work remotely and independently – lives in Ottawa, Ontario or within driving distance
2. Ideally has an eye for interior design and décor and understanding of space planning
3. Detail oriented in visual and administrative tasks
4. Highly organized and efficient
5. Empathetic, trustworthy, friendly, professional – able to navigate delicate situations as a gentle leader
6. Lives the brand values – coming from a place of serving our community with our skills and talents; craves meaningful and fulfilling work
7. Experience with and enjoys working with seniors and/or people living with dementia
8. Contacts in the retirement/care industry is an asset
9. Business minded, resourceful, efficient, detailed, problem solver, team player, positive attitude
10. Valid drivers licence and vehicle
11. Police check once hired

About the Company

HUGO and Company is a full service, senior-focused transition management company that specializes in moving people living with dementia. We use our design skills and understanding of the aging population to recreate home for seniors, making the entire move process easy and seamless. We opt for stories over sameness and personal always trumps perfect. We are re-thinking beauty in the home décor industry and what it really means to feel at “home.” HUGO currently operates out of London, Kitchener, Cambridge, Waterloo, Guelph, and Ottawa markets.