Business Development Executive

PLATO

$100K — $120K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years in IT services sales to enterprise and public sector clients, preferably in Alberta's resources sector
  • Proven success in securing managed service or capacity contracts
  • Demonstrated ability to meet sales goals as a Business Development Lead
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and CRM software for managing customer interactions
  • Experience in strategic planning, business management, and negotiation

Responsibilities

  • Drive development and execution of PLATO's Alberta growth strategy
  • Lead acquisition of new clients and expansion of current customer relationships
  • Cultivate and manage strategic business partner relationships
  • Represent the organization at industry events and networking opportunities
  • Manage the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing
  • Ensure integrity and accuracy of CRM data
  • Take a leadership role in crafting strategic proposals
  • Collaborate with marketing on regional strategies
  • Maintain accurate records of client interactions and sales activities
  • Provide timely feedback on market trends and customer insights
  • Stay updated on industry trends and sales methodologies
  • Engage in necessary training and professional development

Benefits

  • Opportunity for hybrid work model
  • Involvement in strategic decisions shaping major growth initiatives
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities
  • Participation in industry networking events
  • Engagement with a dynamic and evolving market landscape
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking a Business Development Executive. The successful applicant will be responsible for generating revenue growth through new business opportunities, building relationships with current and new clients and leading key partner relationships in the Alberta region. Some travel to meet clients at their offices across Western Canada is required. Responsibilities • Drive the development and execution of PLATO's Alberta growth strategy • Lead new-client acquisition and expansion of existing customer relationships across enterprise and government accounts • Cultivate, manage, and expand strategic business partner relationships • Actively represent the organization at relevant industry events and networking opportunities • Own and manage all stages of the sales cycle, from prospecting through close • Ensure the ongoing accuracy, integrity, and maintenance of CRM data • Take a leadership role in developing and delivering strategic proposals • Collaborate closely with the marketing team to align on regional strategy and initiatives • Maintain precise, up-to-date records of client interactions and sales activities • Provide timely market feedback and customer insights to internal teams to enhance services and offerings • Remain current on industry trends, best practices, and evolving sales methodologies • Participate in required training and professional development initiatives What you'll need • Minimum 10 years' experience selling IT services to enterprise and public sector clients in Alberta, with a preference for experience in the Alberta resources sector • Experience finding, developing and closing managed service or managed capacity contracts • Proven track record as a Business Development Lead achieving sales objectives and targets • Experience using Microsoft 365 and CRM software to manage customer interactions • Experience with strategic planning, business management, and successful negotiation Department Sales & Marketing Locations Calgary Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time

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