Sales & Business Development

JL Talent Solutions; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local construction firm in Manitoba is seeking a Sales & Business Development professional focused on building trust and expanding client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of sales experience, strong communication skills, and a client-first mindset. This role offers a competitive salary with performance-based incentives, a supportive team culture, and potential for career advancement in a respected builder.

Benefits

Gas allowance

Phone allowance

Professional development budget

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sales, business development, or client relations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-driven with effective lead management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to identify new clients.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients.
• Prepare and deliver proposals and presentations.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relations

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

Oaken Builders is based in Manitoba. We are a small but ambitious team focused on delivering exceptional craftsmanship while expanding our impact in the community. Integrity, collaboration, and professionalism guide how we work with clients, trade partners, and each other.

About The Role

We are seeking a Sales & Business Development professional to help expand our reach and strengthen client relationships. This role is about more than closing deals—it's about building trust, representing our brand with integrity, and creating opportunities for Oaken Builders to continue delivering meaningful projects. The ideal candidate is proactive, relationship-driven, and motivated to grow with a company that values professionalism, accountability, and the use of their God given talents to make a positive impact.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute strategies to identify new clients and business opportunities
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, partners, and the community
• Represent Oaken Builders at networking events, industry functions, and client meetings
• Collaborate with leadership and project managers to ensure alignment between sales commitments and project delivery
• Prepare and deliver proposals, presentations, and follow-ups to prospective clients
• Support marketing efforts, contributing ideas to strengthen Oaken's brand visibility
• Track and report on sales activities, goals, and outcomes to ensure progress against targets

What You Bring

• Proven 3+ years of experience in sales, business development, or client relations (construction or real estate experience is a strong asset)
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Self-driven, with the ability to manage leads, pipelines, and follow-through effectively
• A relationship-builder with integrity, professionalism, and a client-first mindset
• Comfortable representing the company in both formal and casual settings
• Growth-oriented mindset, eager to help expand Oaken's reach in Manitoba to foster connection and trust

Why Join Oaken Builders?

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives (Expected earnings over 100,000)
• A collaborative, supportive team culture rooted in trust
• Opportunity to directly shape the growth of a respected builder
• Career advancement potential in a company that values integrity and professionalism
• Base Salary: CAD $45,000 - $55,000 annually
• Commission: 5-6% of closed net project revenue
• Bonus: Quarterly milestone bonuses (e.g., hitting sales pipeline, contracts signed)
• Perks: Gas allowance, phone allowance, professional development budget, PTO

How To Apply

If you're ready to contribute to a company that values relationships, craftsmanship, and trust, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience and why you're a great fit for this role.

Salary: CAD $45,000 - $55,000 per year

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