Business Development Officer

Location

Wasaga Beach, ON | Canada

Job description

Business Development Officer - Wasaga Resource Services Inc. (1-year contract)

Wasaga Resource Services Inc., Wasaga Beach, Ontario

WASAGA BEACH – A GROWING AND VIBRANT COMMUNITY

Home of the longest freshwater beach in the world, Wasaga Beach sits on the southern shores of Georgian Bay and is a short 20-minute drive from Barrie and 90 minutes from the GTA. Perhaps the best-kept secret in Wasaga Beach is the endless recreation trails for hiking, cycling, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.

This diverse community is committed to its long-term sustainability while offering residents and their families the unique opportunity to combine a cottage/camp and home, all in one! The beach is, just the beginning!

THE ORGANIZATION

With a lean, loyal, and productive team of 24 employees, this organization supports the Local Distribution Company (LDC), or ‘the Utility’ distributes power and related services inside the Town of Wasaga Beach, a vibrant community, with an ever-growing population. The present population is more than 25,000 and comprises a total service area of 61 square kilometers. The Utility serves approximately 15,500 residential and commercial customers.

Wasaga Resource Services Inc. is looking for a dynamic individual with experience who wants to be part of helping the organization in achieving organizational goals and objectives to support growth in its competitive business.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify potential growth opportunities and market trends
• Conduct thorough assessments of existing business processes, and strategies
• Develop and execute acquisition strategies
• Build a client base and generate revenue
• Establish and strengthen partnerships that contribute to business growth
• Strengthen the company’s brand presence through networking and marketing activities

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The Business Development Officer will play a crucial role in identifying, analyzing, and pursuing business opportunities to drive the company’s unregulated growth. This position involves strategizing, networking, and fostering relationships to expand the company and achieve revenue and growth targets.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, AND PERSONAL TRAITS:

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or related roles
• Proven experience in working in highly regulated and non-regulated industry sectors; knowledge of the electricity/power sector would also be an asset
• Experience working with executive teams and Board of Directors
• Demonstrated operational understanding of the work of an organization that serves multiple stakeholders; often with differing priorities and needs
• An ability to operate effectively at both a strategic and tactical level; can roll up their sleeves and, participate in execution when necessary; and can effectively balance delegation with participation
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a keen interest in being part of a growing business striving to be the best in its industry

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants should hold a post-secondary education or possess equivalent educational or experiential qualifications. an MBA is a recognized asset.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Please forward a confidential expression of interest (cover letter and current resume), and salary expectations to: [email protected] by March 21, 2024.

Flexible Working arrangements will be considered. This position is a contract position with the possibility of extension to be reviewed after a year.

Wasaga Resource Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, The Utility will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require. We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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