Business Development Bank of Canada

SENIOR BUSINESS ADVISOR, OPERATIONS - Montreal and North Shore

Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or international business; MBA or CITP designation is a plus.
  • Bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written, in a professional context.
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in international business development or sales, marketing, and channel development.
  • Extensive consulting management experience specifically with small and medium Canadian entrepreneurs.
  • Strong project management skills with a proven track record of delivering international expansion projects.

Responsibilities

  • Scope and manage international market expansion plan mandates.
  • Ensure client satisfaction, budget, schedule, and quality of deliverables by managing a team of senior BDC Network Consultants.
  • Support business development efforts by collaborating with Client Partners and Account Managers on international expansion mandates.
  • Provide sales support through diagnosis of client needs and preparation of proposals.
  • Develop marketing content and engage in outreach activities promoting BDC's international expansion offerings.
  • Act as a subject matter expert by staying updated on market trends to inform the development of solutions and tools.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Access to a network of Canadian entrepreneurs and international markets.
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on impactful consulting.
  • Chance to work closely with various stakeholders across sectors.
  • Involvement in meaningful outreach and marketing initiatives.
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Business Advisor, Operations delivers both standard and customized advisory projects within the Operations practice. The role focuses on providing professional, high-impact solutions that help entrepreneurs improve performance and grow their businesses.

As a trusted advisor, you will manage project delivery, provide subject matter expertise, support business development activities, and contribute to the evolution and promotion of our service offerings.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

Project Delivery
  • Lead and deliver standard and customized advisory mandates.
  • Provide impactful solutions in areas such as:
    • Operations assessments
    • Plant layout optimization
    • Business process optimization
  • Ensure high-quality client outcomes that support business growth.


Project Management
  • Manage project scope, budget, timelines, and objectives.
  • Conduct quality assurance reviews of project work and deliverables.
  • Apply project management best practices to ensure successful delivery.


Subject Matter Expertise
  • Act as a recognized expert in operational efficiency.
  • Stay current on market trends, emerging technologies, and operational best practices.
  • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of advisory solutions and tools.


Business Development & Sales Support
  • Support sales activities by:
    • Conducting client needs assessments
    • Providing input into customized proposals
  • Work closely with Client Partners to transfer knowledge, deliver projects, and identify new business opportunities.
  • Participate in outreach and marketing initiatives to promote the practice's offerings.


WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in:
    • Business Administration
    • Industrial Engineering
    • Operations Management
    • Or a related field
  • MBA or relevant professional designation is considered an asset.


Experience
  • Minimum 10 years of consulting experience, ideally within a consulting firm.
  • Strong background in:
    • Operational efficiency
    • Operations optimization
    • Lean methodologies
    • Six Sigma practices


Technical Knowledge

Experience in the following areas is highly desirable:
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Operations Digitization and AI
  • Robotics and Automation
  • ERP, MES, MWS, and other operations management systems


Skills and Competencies
  • Deep expertise in operational excellence and business transformation.
  • Ability to develop pragmatic, results-oriented solutions for SMEs.
  • Strong strategic coaching and advisory capabilities.
  • Demonstrated success managing and delivering consulting engagements.
  • Excellent project management skills.
  • Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation abilities.
  • Proven relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • High emotional intelligence and collaborative mindset.
  • Strong client focus with a commitment to delivering measurable value.


Additional Requirements
  • Professional bilingualism in French and English (spoken and written).
  • Willingness to travel within the region.

About Business Development Bank of Canada

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a federal Crown corporation that provides financing, advisory services, and capital to Canadian businesses. The bank was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. BDC offers a range of financial services, including loans, venture capital, and consulting services. The bank focuses on small and medium-sized businesses, and has a particular emphasis on supporting entrepreneurs and startups. BDC has offices across Canada and works with businesses in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, and services.
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