General Manager, Canada

Dandy; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dandy is seeking a dynamic Country Manager to lead its Canadian operations. This role involves establishing the business, developing market strategies, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with extensive management experience and a strong understanding of the Canadian market.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Mental health benefits

Dental benefits

Parental planning

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive management experience.
• Ability to understand Dandy's business end-to-end.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute a market entry strategy for Canada.
• Develop and manage the Canadian business plan.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian regulations.

Skills

Management

Business Development

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Job description

Dandy is transforming the massive ($200B) but antiquated dental industry. Backed by some of the world's leading venture capital investors, we are on an ambitious mission to integrate and simplify every function of the dental practice through technology. By building the operating system for every dental office in America, Dandy is empowering dentists with technology, innovation, and world-class support to achieve more for their practice, their people, and their patients.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic Country Manager to lead the establishment and growth of our new entity in Canada. This role will be responsible for building Dandy Canada from the ground up! The GM will deliver localized market analysis, set up our operations in Canada, and develop the business strategy to ensure successful market entry and sustainable growth.

What You’ll Do

• Build and execute a comprehensive market entry strategy for Canada

• Develop and maintain initial customer base

• Develop and manage the Canadian business plan, including budget, revenue targets, and operational KPIs

• Create and implement localized marketing and sales strategies

• Report on market performance and opportunities to global leadership

• Establish key business relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders in the Canadian market

• Represent the company to Canadian government officials, industry associations, and business networks

• Ensure compliance with all Canadian federal and provincial regulations - in partnership with Legal

• Ad hoc responsibilities as needed to stand up Dandy Canada

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of progressive management experience

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate autonomously

• Resilient and adaptable in navigating ambiguity and change

• Results-oriented with high accountability

• Proven track record of successfully launching or scaling operations

• Ability to understandDandy’s business and operations end-to-end

• Understanding of the Canadian business environment, market dynamics, and regulatory landscape

• Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving abilities

• Experience in business development, sales leadership, and P&L management

Bonus Points For

• Strong network of business contacts in Canada

• Bilingual English/French proficiency strongly preferred

Location

• Based in Toronto, with regular travel throughout Canada and occasionally to other Dandy sites

Job ID: J-486

For full time positions, we offer a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits including healthcare, dental, parental planning, mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Dandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!