Business Development Manager - Canada

Geodis; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth and foster relationships in a dynamic logistics environment. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to identify new business opportunities, engage with customers, and contribute to their success. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this position offers a supportive work culture and numerous pathways for career advancement. If you are passionate about logistics and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career while making a significant impact.

Benefits

Fair Pay

Bonus Opportunities

Safe Work Environment

Career Advancement Support

Supportive Colleagues

Diversity Initiatives

Seasonal Work Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in business development or related field.
• Proven ability to develop contacts and close new business.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and close new business opportunities in assigned territory.
• Communicate regularly with customers and address their needs.

Skills

Business Development

Telemarketing

Cold Calling

Customer Service

Transportation Management Systems

Optimization Tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Transportation Management Systems

Optimization Tools

Job description

Business Development Manager - CA

Who We Are:

GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities.

Your role on the team:

The Business Development role is responsible for prospecting and closing new business, as well as supporting account maintenance. Your responsibilities include:

1. Developing a contact list for new business growth opportunities in your assigned market or territory.
2. Completing daily telemarketing, cold calling, and written communications to solicit new business opportunities.
3. Serving as a resource to solve customer needs, including transportation, rates for additional services, and contract interpretation.
4. Communicating regularly with assigned customers, including attending performance review meetings, process improvement or correction updates, and new business initiatives.
5. Addressing all customer issues, concerns, and requests.
6. Performing other duties and special projects as required and assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with transportation management systems.
• Experience with optimization tools preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

What You Gain:

To apply, text APPLY to [phone] or visit www.workatGEODIS.com for more jobs.

Join GEODIS and enjoy:

• Good Money – Fair pay with bonus opportunities in some roles.
• Safety – A safe, clean, and healthy work environment.
• Your Voice – Opportunities to improve your work experience.
• Promotion Opportunities – Support for career advancement, with about 10% of warehouse workers promoted annually.
• Fun Environment – Work with supportive colleagues.
• Inclusive Culture – Diversity initiatives and employee resource groups.
• Future Growth – Opportunities for seasonal work or launching your career.

*Eligibility varies based on location, job, employee type, or length of service.

We are committed to accessibility and providing accommodations for people with disabilities during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).