Country Manager – Canada

HR à la carte Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

RRSP matching

Health benefits

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Beltservice Canada Co. is seeking a Country Manager to lead the Canadian business, drive strategic direction, and ensure financial performance. You will oversee operations, grow revenue, and align local initiatives with global objectives.

The role emphasizes leadership, talent development, and cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Operations and Customer Service, with a focus on compliant, safe, and high-impact growth in Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of progressive business leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management, general management, or equivalent leadership role.
• Experience managing a Canadian subsidiary, national business unit, or multi-location operation.
• 5-10 years of experience in the belting industry; or relevant experience in industrial distribution, manufacturing, material handling, conveyor systems, industrial equipment and/or a related B2B sector.
• Demonstrated knowledge of P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and profitability improvement.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic and annual operating plans.
• Proven ability to lead managers, build teams, develop talent, and manage organizational change.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in Sales, Operations and Customer Service.
• Ability to work independently with cross-functional and business unit teams in the US and Canada.
• Fluency in both English and French is ideal but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business strategies that drive revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion.
• Establish annual operating plans and strategic priorities for the Canadian business.
• Align Canadian initiatives with the overall corporate vision and objectives.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, markets, and partnerships.
• Create a strategic growth plan for Beltservice Canada.
• Maintain full accountability for Canadian business performance, including profit and loss results.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Optimize operational processes, supply chain effectiveness, inventory management, and cost structures.
• Ensure resources are effectively deployed to meet customer and business requirements.
• Lead sales growth initiatives across the Canadian market.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Support major account development and customer retention efforts.
• Negotiate significant contracts and commercial agreements that support business objectives.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Canadian management team and workforce.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Oversee employee development, succession planning, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Canadian laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain appropriate governance, operational controls, and reporting practices.
• Identify and mitigate financial, legal, operational, and safety risks.
• Promote a safe and ethical working environment throughout the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Cross-functional teamwork

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Management or related field

Job description

Employment Type:

Existing, Full-Time, Permanent Position

Salary:

$150,000 / year, depending on experience

About the Organization:

Beltservice Corporation is a world-leading fabricator of custom conveyor belting. For over 50 years, we have supplied top-tier belting to industrial distributors and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) all across the globe. Our focus is adding value to everything we touch, starting with our products and ending with the benefits they provide for our customers.

• Get it Done -Complete the task at hand with minimal supervision. Be a team player who is self-sufficient. Solve problems with a can-do attitude. Be positive and "all-in" when doing your job.
• Raise the Standard -Strive to continuously improve yourself and the organization around you. Do not accept mediocrity. Be open to learning and be willing to teach. Have vision and understanding to be the best in the industry.
• Do the Right Thing -Put the greater good above all else. See the big picture and know the value of honesty and integrity. Be both humble and confident. Lead by example.
• Passion for Service -Be responsive and dedicated to the customer. Do not over promise.

We offer:

• A competitive compensation package including bonus structure and RRSP matching program;
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits;
• A cross-functional, collaborative and supportive work environment;
• The opportunity to take the Canadian operations to the next level.

About the Opportunity:

The Country Manager - Canada is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, financial performance, and operational management of Beltservice's Canadian business. This role drives profitable growth, develops organizational capabilities, ensures compliance with applicable regulations, and aligns Canadian operations with the company's overall strategic objectives.

The Country Manager - Canada serves as the senior leader for Beltservice Canada and is expected to provide visible leadership, champion company values, develop organizational talent, and create a high-performance culture that supports long-term sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities of the Country Manager – Canada:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute business strategies that drive revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion.
• Establish annual operating plans and strategic priorities for the Canadian business.
• Align Canadian initiatives with the overall corporate vision and objectives.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, markets, and partnerships.
• Create a strategic growth plan for Beltservice Canada.

Financial & Operational Management:

• Maintain full accountability for Canadian business performance, including profit and loss results.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Optimize operational processes, supply chain effectiveness, inventory management, and cost structures.
• Ensure resources are effectively deployed to meet customer and business requirements.

Sales & Business Development:

• Lead sales growth initiatives across the Canadian market.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Support major account development and customer retention efforts.
• Negotiate significant contracts and commercial agreements that support business objectives.

Leadership & Talent Development:

• Lead, coach, and develop the Canadian management team and workforce.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Oversee employee development, succession planning, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with all applicable Canadian laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain appropriate governance, operational controls, and reporting practices.
• Identify and mitigate financial, legal, operational, and safety risks.
• Promote a safe and ethical working environment throughout the organization.

Qualifications and Experience of the Country Manager – Canada:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of progressive business leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management, general management, or equivalent leadership role.
• Experience managing a Canadian subsidiary, national business unit, or multi-location operation.
• 5-10 years of experience in the belting industry; or relevant experience in industrial distribution, manufacturing, material handling, conveyor systems, industrial equipment and/or a related B2B sector.
• Demonstrated knowledge of P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and profitability improvement.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic and annual operating plans.
• Proven ability to lead managers, build teams, develop talent, and manage organizational change.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in Sales, Operations and Customer Service.
• Ability to work independently with cross-functional and business unit teams in the US and Canada.
• Fluency in both English and French is ideal but not required.

Interested in being a part of Beltservice Canada Co.? We look forward to your application!

Beltservice Canada Co. is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all applicants throughout the recruiting and selection process. Please let us know about any accommodation and/or support requirements. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We are only accepting applications from candidates authorized to work in Canada, and we are not currently sponsoring temporary or permanent work visas.

Beltservice Canada Co. is working in partnership with HR à la carte for our recruitment efforts.

Use of AI in Hiring: Some stages of our recruitment process may use AI-assisted tools to support recruitment efforts; however, all applications are screened and assessed by human reviewers. In addition, all final hiring decisions are made by humans.