Business Development Specialist, Mid Markets – Eastern Canada

Align Technology; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Align Technology is seeking a Business Development Specialist/Manager to enhance our market presence in Ontario. This role will focus on sales growth through strategic relationships with multi-regional practices. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in dental sales and exceptional relationship-building skills. Join a fast-growing company committed to transforming lives through innovative dental solutions.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of B2B sales experience in the Dental sector preferred.
• Experience in managing strategic accounts and building relationships at executive levels.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive incremental sales and market share growth in small to mid-sized practices.
• Build strategic customer relationships with high-level decision makers.
• Plan and organize sales efforts effectively in a cross-functional team.

Skills

Sales Negotiation

Customer Relationship Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Education

BA/BS

Tools

Salesforce.com

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Business Development Specialist/Manager - Mid Markets – Ontario

Pay Competitive

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 34647 Join a team that is changing millions of lives. Transforming smiles, changing lives At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Ready to join us? About this opportunity The Business Development Specialist/Manager is responsible for driving incremental sales and market share growth through direct selling efforts within small to mid-size multi-regional Multi Group Practices & Mid-Market DSOs by creating strategic dialogue with high level decision makers/influencers within targeted accounts and positioning Align as a complete, innovative solution for their Orthodontic and Digital Intraoral Scanning needs through the Align Digital Platform. The BDS will also be responsible to develop, communicate and implement sales plans and strategies designed to accomplish specific sales goals internally and externally. Qualified candidates will need to show a successful commercial track record of managing people processes and projects in Special Market sales and have the ability and willingness to travel, including overnight, 50% - 60% of the time. In this role, you will… Drive Sales Results: Meets or exceeds organizational key performance indicators, sales targets, and quotas for assigned accounts. Monitors account performance and redirects efforts when goals are not being met; champions change efforts to increase sales effectiveness. Negotiates with LGPs & Mid-Market DSO’s, at highest levels needed; finds ways to leverage current footprint in targeted accounts for higher level access to decision makers; makes tough, pragmatic decisions when necessary. Build High-Level Strategic Customer Relationships: Excels at building effective relationships internally and externally within the highest levels (Directors and above) of key functional areas in customer organizations; identifies strategic business opportunities within LGPs & Mid-Market DSO’s. Creates strategic dialogue with high level decision makers/ influencers within targeted accounts to position Align as a complete solution for the Orthodontic treatment care, Restorative workflows, and Digital Intraoral Scanner needs. Plan, Organize and Administer Mid-Market DSO Selling Efforts: Translates business strategies into clear objectives and tactics; collaborates and manages cross-functional sales/ marketing/ pricing teams effectively. Creates realistic plans (sales forecast, budgets, contingency plans etc.) taking into account strategic pricing, budget constraints, and operating income/expenses. Demonstrate Leadership/Collaborate with Others: Works closely with external customers and internal partners including the Director of Special Markets to develop and implement business agreement proposals, Acts as liaison between key customer contacts and other functions in the organization including Marketing, Customer Service, Logistics and Commercial groups to develop appropriate product support, and pricing. Establishes and implements effective and efficient procedures for communication across cross-functional teams and getting work done. Influences and shapes the decisions of upper management; provides compelling rationale for ideas toward win/win solutions Implement Sales Strategy: Plans, adapts and implements innovative sales plans, proposals, and strategies for assigned accounts consistent with the company’s sales policies and sales service capacities Perform other responsibilities as required In this role, you’ll need… To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE College graduate (BA/BS) preferred. Dental and/or Medical Device sales experience Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Salesforce.com 4+(BDS) professional B2B or 8+(BDM) years Professional B2B with Dental sales experience Prefer 4 Years National Account sales experience (BDM) OTHER COMPETENCIES and REQUIREMENTS Exceptional organizational, prioritization and project management skills Self-motivated; dedicated Able to work independently and make accurate, educated decisions Ability to consistently work, manage and function with integrity Proactive problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail Excellent English verbal, presentation and written communication skills Ability to build and nurture business relationships with internal and external customers at executive levels by consultative methods Ability to adapt and willingness to change Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional selling teams in complex and lengthy sales processes Strong knowledge of C-level contacts at Mid-Market DSO Strong strategic planning and project management skills at the regional and national level Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to listen, articulate and advocate Strong business acumen and analytical skills Knowledge of Ortho and Dental market and products preferred or proven ability to quickly learn Knowledge of current and new industry trends, technologies, competitors, and place in the market Pro-active; high-performance and results orientation Ability to attend national tradeshows, sales meetings and conferences as needed Possesses and maintains a drivers license and a good driver's record Ability and willingness to travel about 50-60% of time in assigned Canadian geographic region with occasional evening and weekend meetings. Legally entitled to work in Canada and travel to the US Comply with all safety and compliance policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources. Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals. Sound like a good fit? Great! Click the "Apply" link to let us know you are interested. Not the right fit? Don’t worry, Align is quickly growing so we are creating more opportunities to expand our Align family. Please consider joining our Talent Network to receive notifications about future jobs or sharing this opportunity with others in your network. About Align Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world’s largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials. By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work – these are just some of the things employees say make Align Technology a great place to work. We respect your privacy. Please review our Applicant Privacy Policies for additional information. Global Diversity Statement: At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. Equal Opportunity Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all of our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. Applicants for positions with Align must be legally authorized to work in the country which they are applying for and verification of employment eligibility will be required as a condition of hire. #LI-JM1 #LI-Remote

About the company

Align Technology is a manufacturer of 3D digital scanners and the Invisalign clear aligners used in orthodontics.

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