Technical Sales & Business Development Representative
- BC, Canada
- British Columbia, Canada, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Industry: Mining, Exploration & Geochemical Testing
Location: British Columbia, Canada (Field & Client Travel)
Company: 16103294 Canada Inc. (Recruiting on behalf of a premier client)
About the OpportunityOn behalf of our client - a leading Canadian producer of Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) for the mining and exploration sectors - we are seeking a driven Technical Sales & Business Development Representative to join their growing team in British Columbia.
Our client produces high-precision, real-ore testing standards relied on by geochemical laboratories, exploration firms, and mining operators across Canada for critical quality control (QA/QC) processes. This role offers direct ownership over the B.C. territory, giving you the autonomy to build long-term industry relationships, manage key accounts, and drive commercial growth across the region.
Key Responsibilities- Sales & Account Management: Present technical product lines, resolve client requests, and maintain a robust customer base to consistently hit sales targets. Follow up on leads, accurately forecast sales, and represent the brand professionally across the territory.
- Business Development: Identify new business opportunities and partners within the mining and geochemical sector. Develop and execute targeted regional sales strategies and client retention plans.
- Market Insights & Networking: Build and maintain strong relationships with site teams, lab managers, and industry leaders. Stay current on market trends, mining activity, and commodity cycles across B.C.
- Education: Bachelor of Science degree required. Degrees in Geology, Chemistry, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Geochemistry, Metallurgy, or Mining Engineering are strongly preferred.
- Experience: 1 to 5+ years of B2B technical sales experience (open to ambitious early-career talent as well as established commercial professionals).
- Technical Advantage: Practical knowledge of QA/QC procedures, assay lab processes, or mine site operations is highly advantageous.
- Mobility & Eligibility: Must hold a valid Canadian driver's license, have full legal authorization to work in Canada, and be open to periodic regional travel.
- Proven ability to evaluate technical customer requirements and communicate product value effectively.
- Strong business networking, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Highly organized, proactive, and capable of working independently in the field.
- Base Salary Tiers:
- 1–2 years of experience: $60,000 – $70,000 CAD per annum
- 3–5+ years of experience: $80,000 – $100,000 CAD per annum (Final base offer dependent on experience, technical fit, and seniority)
- Incentives & Perks: Commercial performance bonuses, full business travel reimbursement, trade show attendance, and client entertainment coverage.
(In compliance with the British Columbia Pay Transparency Act, applicant compensation history is not requested or required during the application process).
How to ApplyIf you are excited to take ownership of a high-visibility territory in B.C.’s resource sector, please apply directly with your resume or send a confidential message to set up an initial conversation.
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Responsibilities
Manage sales and key accounts across British Columbia, present technical products, respond to client needs, follow up on leads, and forecast sales. Identify new business opportunities, develop regional sales and retention strategies, and build industry relationships while monitoring market trends and mining activity.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in science is required, with geology, chemistry, geoscience, metallurgy, or mining engineering preferred; 1–5+ years of B2B technical sales experience is sought. Candidates need a valid Canadian driver's license, legal authorization to work in Canada, willingness to travel periodically, and strong communication, networking, negotiation, and organizational skills; QA/QC, assay lab, or mine-site knowledge is advantageous.
Skills
- Technical Sales
- Business Development
- Account Management
- Lead Follow-Up
- Sales Forecasting
- Territory Management
- Client Retention
- Sales Strategy
- Customer Requirements Analysis
- Technical Communication
- Networking
- Negotiation
- Relationship Building
- Independent Field Work
- Market Analysis
- QA/QC Procedures
Benefits
- Commercial Performance Bonuses
- Business Travel Reimbursement
- Trade Show Attendance
- Client Entertainment Coverage
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Sales
- Science & Research
- Engineering
Keywords
- Mining
- Exploration
- Geochemical Testing
- Certified Reference Materials
- CRMs
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- QA/QC
- Assay Laboratories
- Mine Site Operations
- Geology
- Chemistry
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Geochemistry
- Metallurgy
- Mining Engineering
- B2B Technical Sales
- Account Management
- Business Development
- Sales Forecasting
- Territory Management
- Client Retention
- Regional Sales Strategy
- Market Trends
- Commodity Cycles
- Customer Requirements
- Negotiation
- Networking
- Field Travel