Business Development Specialist

Jobtailor; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Vancouver is seeking a proactive Business Development/Marketplace Associate to help identify potential sellers and support onboarding for the Best Buy Marketplace program. You will research categories, conduct outbound outreach, and maintain detailed CRM records to drive pipeline activity.

The role emphasizes strong communication, Mandarin-English fluency, and the ability to adapt quickly to new systems in a fast-paced e-commerce environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in e-commerce, retail, operations, customer service, sales, or related field.
• Strong interest in business development and online marketplaces.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.
• Ability to adapt quickly and learn new systems and processes.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with CRM tools; Salesforce is an asset.
• Required to be located in the Greater Vancouver, BC area.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential sellers in key categories through research, outbound outreach, and lead development
• Support the team in presenting the Best Buy Marketplace opportunity to prospective sellers
• Assist with early-stage onboarding tasks, including gathering seller information and reviewing catalog readiness
• Maintain accurate records of seller conversations and pipeline activity in CRM tools
• Partner with business development team members to improve outreach and onboarding efficiencies
• Contribute to Marketplace process improvements and team initiatives

Skills

English

Mandarin

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Salesforce

CRM tools

Job description

• Identify potential sellers in key categories through research, outbound outreach, and lead development
• Support the team in presenting the Best Buy Marketplace opportunity to prospective sellers
• Assist with early-stage onboarding tasks, including gathering seller information and reviewing catalog readiness
• Maintain accurate records of seller conversations and pipeline activity in CRM tools
• Partner with business development team members to improve outreach and onboarding efficiencies
• Contribute to Marketplace process improvements and team initiatives

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in e-commerce, retail, operations, customer service, sales, or a related field
• Strong interest in business development and online marketplaces
• Fluent in English and Mandarin
• Ability to adapt quickly and learn new systems and processes
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience with CRM tools; Salesforce is an asset
• Required to be located in the Greater Vancouver, BC area

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in e-commerce and business development, with strong communication and organizational skills to effectively engage with prospective sellers and enhance onboarding processes. Proficient in CRM tools, particularly Salesforce, to maintain accurate records and support team initiatives.