Business development Published: 2025-06-10 Director of Business Development, Market Intelligenc[...]

Sandvik Group; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is looking for a Director of Business Development, Market Intelligence, and Strategy. This strategic 12-month contract role is essential for executing growth initiatives and driving market insights. The position demands a strong background in business leadership with a focus on collaborative team engagement and data-driven strategic planning. With a supportive culture that values innovation, this role includes ongoing training and a comprehensive compensation package.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Pension plan with matching

Health, dental, life and disability benefits

Ongoing development and training

Qualifications

• Strong background in business, marketing, engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and strategic planning.
• Proven ability to analyze market data and develop actionable strategies.

Responsibilities

• Execute business development strategies to meet financial goals.
• Conduct market research and competitive analyses.
• Develop win-plans for strategic opportunities and manage opportunity pipeline.

Skills

Business Development

Strategic Planning

Market Analysis

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Business, Marketing or Engineering

Job description

Director of Business Development, Market Intelligence and Strategy

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is seeking a

Director of Business Development, Market Intelligence, and Strategy (12-month Contract)
Location: Flexible (Sandvik Facility in Canada)

At Sandvik, we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.

Currently, we have an opening for a Director of Business Development, Market Intelligence, and Strategy. This strategic role will be pivotal in driving the development and execution of business growth plans, conducting in-depth market research, and coordinating efforts across internal teams within a matrix organization. The ideal candidate will deliver actionable insights, support growth initiatives, and strengthen Sandvik's market position.

If you’re driven to create impactful, data-informed strategies that fuel sustainable growth, we want to hear from you!

What you will be doing

• Execute, monitor, and report on business development strategies to meet Sandvik’s financial growth goals.
• Own the sales area strategy execution process and provide regular updates to the organization.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analyses to assess new business opportunities and present actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Collaborate closely with sales and business leadership to develop win-plans for strategic sales opportunities.
• Own and develop the long-term opportunity pipeline, monitor project statuses, maintain accurate information in CRM, and present updates and insights for business planning.
• Build trust and credibility with internal stakeholders and external partners, demonstrating a customer-centric approach and collaborative team spirit.
• Foster strong relationships with Business Line Managers, Sales, and cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and effective business development efforts.
• Serve as a role model, exemplifying Sandvik’s values and fostering a results-oriented, customer-focused culture.
• Stay informed on market trends and customer needs, ensuring high satisfaction through Sandvik’s value, performance, and reliability.

What you will bring along

• A strong background in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in business development and strategic planning, ideally within technical or industrial sectors.
• Proven ability to analyze market data and competitive landscapes, translating insights into actionable business strategies.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building collaborative relationships and driving partnerships.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a matrix organization, balancing multiple projects and priorities with accountability.
• A proactive, adaptable mindset, along with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Availability to travel as needed (up to 25% per year).

In return for your passion and drive we will offer you…

• The opportunity to make an impact on our business performance.
• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, in an industry leading business.
• The opportunity to reach your full potential.
• Ongoing development and training.
• An excellent comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits.

Our Culture

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday!

We take pride in our agile customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply at www.sandvik.com/careers Opens in new window to the Director of Business Development, Market Intelligence, and Strategy, requisition # R0080349; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs; therefore, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact [e-mail] for more information.