Business Development Manager – Ontario

Permanent / Full Time

Mike brings a wealth of experience to his role of senior level recruitment within the Building Materials and Construction industry. Mike has over 13 years of focus on hiring Mid-Level to Executive Suite positions throughout North America. Whether it has been hiring a new General Manager for a client in Western Canada, an Operations Manager for a Distributor in Los Angeles, or a Lumber Trader based in Northern Alberta, Mike’s versatility and understanding of what is necessary for success in this business sector is crucial.Providing Executive Search and Recruitment services to customers across Canada and the United States, Mike’s experience includes manufacturers and distributors of building materials, residential/commercial construction and build/design companies and contractors. Corporations are acutely aware of the challenges involved in hiring well aligned professionals in these tough market segments. Mike has a success rate of over 85% in placement, and as importantly, retention of candidates, providing extremely high value to his group of trusted clients.In addition to recruitment, Mike’s prior life involved managing high performance teams within Fortune 500 Corporations (Pfizer, Monsanto, Cardinal Health, and Dupont). He has learned what specific characteristics mandate success within companies. His roles have always involved recognizing, interviewing, and screening top performers to bring onboard his organizations. Mike has built a solid network of contacts throughout Western Canada and North America commanding a thorough knowledge of this marketplace and forging strong business friendships along the way.Mike formally holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Manitoba. Away from work, Mike and his wife Kim are active members of the community, taking advantage of the ski hills, hiking trails, golf courses, and wineries of the area! (To any who will listen, Mike will also share his tales of exploit from numerous adventure-motorcycle tours across North America.) His three children are currently pursuing their university educations at UBCO, University of Alberta, and MacEwan University, keeping life busy and Mike gainfully employed.

Recruiter :
Mike Houston

Mike Houston
Business Development Manager – Northeast Ontario
 
This is a unique opportunity to join one of Canada’s most dynamic and ambitious buying groups within the Building Materials and LBM markets. As the Business Development Manager Northeast Ontario, you will add to the growth and development of one of Canada's leading Buying Groups within the Ontario market, managing and developing future growth. You will be the face of the organization as they expand across this region bringing with you their proven ability to provide superior programs and services for the LBM Dealer market.
 
We are looking for a senior level, well-established Business Development Professional, familiar with the Ontario Lumber and Building Supply market, that understands the challenges and issues within this business sector. This individual holds relationships with key Dealers and Dealer groups, and can Solution Sell at the Owner level. This position requires an individual who is willing to travel extensively and is accustomed to working remotely from head office.
 
Reporting to the Director of Business Development, you welcome the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of independent LBM dealers while planning and executing our future growth initiatives. Providing continual communication to our Ontario Members while understanding their needs is fundamental to your success. Sound computer, coaching and presentation skills combined with excellent organizational skills are imperative.
 
Converting a dealer from one Buying Group to another takes strong influencing skills and a deep understanding of the commercial operations of a dealers' business. You will need to be able to create trust and establish relationships with the owners of these dealers that will evolve into the opportunity to influence them to swap banners.
 
Very few of these roles become available on the market and this one is unique due to its opportunity for growth and the ambition of the business you will work for. There is a motivated and ambitious team behind you, and they are offering some of the industries' most innovative dealer programs. 
 
If you are interested in a confidential conversation, please apply to this advert or reach out to Mike Houston directly.  Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from you. 
 

Referral reward: C$500

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