Business Development Sales Representative

EZblocks West; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company specializing in eco-friendly wooden blocks is seeking a Business Development Representative in Vancouver. The role involves driving sales through face-to-face interactions, generating leads, and developing long-term customer relationships. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the product. Join a dynamic team to help establish and grow the business in a flexible environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sales or business development.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Highly motivated and comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new sales leads.
• Conduct face-to-face sales meetings with potential clients.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Face-to-face sales

Lead generation

Excellent communication

Strong negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

As a Business Development Representative, you will be responsible for driving sales through face-to-face interactions with potential clients. This is a ground-up position where you will play a key role in establishing and nurturing long-term relationships with customers, identifying new business opportunities, and closing sales to meet and exceed revenue goals. You will report directly to the Senior Manager and work closely with the team to build the sales strategy, identify target markets, and increase overall brand awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation: Identify and generate new sales leads through various channels such as networking, cold calls, and referrals
• Sales Outreach: Conduct face-to-face sales meetings with potential clients, including business and individuals interested in wooden blocks
• Product Presentations: Demonstrate and explain the benefits of our wooden blocks, tailored to customer needs and market demands
• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with customers, ensuring they are fully satisfied with our products and services
• Sales Strategy Development: Collaborate with the leadership team to develop sales strategies that align with business objectives
• Sales Negotiations: Manage negotiations and close deals, ensuring win-win solutions for both parties
• Market Research: Stay updated on market trends, competitors, and customer preferences to identify new sales opportunities
• Reporting: Track and report on sales performance, customer feedback, and market insights to help shape future strategies

Qualifications

• Proven experience (3-5 years) in sales or business development (experience in a similar industry is a plus)
• Strong ability to perform face-to-face sales and build rapport with clients
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable working independently
• Ability to understand customer needs and position products effectively
• Comfortable working in a ground-up, entrepreneurial environment with the flexibility to adapt as the business grows
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Experience in cold calling, lead generation, and sales presentations is preferred
• A passion for the product and its potential is a must

Preferred

• Experience in the construction sectors (or other relevant industries)
• Ability to travel to client locations as needed

Company Description

We are EZblocks WEST, a growing company specializing in high-quality wooden blocks designed to serve a wide range of businesses. Our blocks are crafted from recycled wood scraps, completely free of chemicals, glues, and VOCs. This makes them an eco-friendly choice—perfect for enhancing and elevating any space they’re placed in.