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Business Development Manager – Mining & Resources (Canada)

Location: Canada
Position Type: Full time Permanent 

About IMCD Group
IMCD Group, headquartered in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, is a leading global partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients. IMCD is a strong, innovative business partner and solutions provider for producers of consumer, industrial and durable goods in multiple business sectors: Advanced Materials, Beauty & Personal Care, Coatings & Construction, Food & Nutrition, Home Care I&I (Industrial & Institutional), Industrial Solutions, Lubricants & Energy, and Pharmaceuticals.

In partnership with our suppliers, we offer a broad and deep product portfolio. With our over 80 application laboratories across 60 countries, we co-create formulations and offer solutions that allow our business partners to make products with a positive impact on the world of today and tomorrow. Our teams focus on providing commercial and operational excellence, using the best digital and logistics tools available to create a world of opportunity for our partners.

In 2025, with over 5,200 employees, IMCD realised revenues of EUR 4,779 million. IMCD N.V.’s shares are traded at Euronext Amsterdam (symbol: IMCD) and included in the Dutch ESG AEX index, as one of 25 companies within the AEX and AMX indices demonstrating best ESG practices.

Unleash a new element, Element [E]
IMCD has introduced a new, missing element to the chemical periodic table - Element [E]. For us, it stands for our Employees and their Entrepreneurial mindset, the driving force behind our success.

Job opening
We are looking for a Business Development Manager to lead high-impact growth strategies for Mining & Resources markets across Canada. They will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing new commercial business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and shaping the long-term growth plan for the sector. Reporting directly to the Director, this role demands a strong commercial leader with a proven track record in market development, strategic planning, and technical-commercial execution in various markets.

Key responsibilities:
Strategic Market Development:
•Drive national growth strategies of the filtration, specialty chemicals and water treatment portfolio of products, focusing on long-term, sustainable revenue generation.
•Identify opportunities, emerging trends, and competitive threats; shape proactive strategies accordingly.
•Expand and strengthen relationships with high-value customers and suppliers, industry associations, and key decision-makers.

Commercial Leadership:
•Key Account Management- grow commercial sales and expand footprint with the current account base.
•Develop new B2B sales with agreed upon target accounts across Canada, with initial focus on Ontario and Quebec.
•Define and implement go-to-market strategies in collaboration with product managers, marketing, and supply chain teams.
•Develop business cases for new product lines or market segments, including investment and resource planning.
•Act as a key liaison between commercial, technical, and operational teams to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Reporting & Forecasting:
•Deliver high-level forecasting, pipeline management, and performance reporting to the Business Unit Director and executive team.
•Use data-driven insights to inform strategy and optimize resource allocation.

Required qualifications and skills:
•Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Business, or a related discipline; MBA or relevant postgraduate degree preferred.
•Minimum 8-10 years of technical sales experience in mining & resource markets. Key account management & development experience is an asset.
•Strong chemistry background is an asset as it relates to mining processes, reagents, water treatment, specialty chemicals & filtration technologies.
•Previous business development experience is required along with strong commercial contact with leadership, decision makers, process engineers, environmental engineers, plant managers or mining operations are critical to your success. Mining head office relationships are an asset.
•Demonstrated ability to develop and execute growth strategies in complex B2B markets.
•Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
•Comfortable operating in a matrixed, cross-functional, and entrepreneurial environment.
•Willingness and ability to travel nationally as needed (up to 30-40%).

Compensation
Salary Range: $90,000 to $140,000 per annum

IMCD offers:
We value our people and are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including:
·Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
·Annual Bonus Eligibility
·Comprehensive group benefits
·Flexible work schedules
·Learning, Training, and Development Opportunities
·A collaborative, innovative environment that encourages freedom to act and an entrepreneurial spirit

*IMCD Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

*This role is for an existing vacancy within our organization. Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants for this vacancy.

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Business Development Manager – Mining & Resources (Canada)

Location: Canada
Position Type: Full time Permanent 

About IMCD Group
IMCD Group, headquartered in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, is a leading global partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients. IMCD is a strong, innovative business partner and solutions provider for producers of consumer, industrial and durable goods in multiple business sectors: Advanced Materials, Beauty & Personal Care, Coatings & Construction, Food & Nutrition, Home Care I&I (Industrial & Institutional), Industrial Solutions, Lubricants & Energy, and Pharmaceuticals.

In partnership with our suppliers, we offer a broad and deep product portfolio. With our over 80 application laboratories across 60 countries, we co-create formulations and offer solutions that allow our business partners to make products with a positive impact on the world of today and tomorrow. Our teams focus on providing commercial and operational excellence, using the best digital and logistics tools available to create a world of opportunity for our partners.

In 2025, with over 5,200 employees, IMCD realised revenues of EUR 4,779 million. IMCD N.V.’s shares are traded at Euronext Amsterdam (symbol: IMCD) and included in the Dutch ESG AEX index, as one of 25 companies within the AEX and AMX indices demonstrating best ESG practices.

Unleash a new element, Element [E]
IMCD has introduced a new, missing element to the chemical periodic table - Element [E]. For us, it stands for our Employees and their Entrepreneurial mindset, the driving force behind our success.

Job opening
We are looking for a Business Development Manager to lead high-impact growth strategies for Mining & Resources markets across Canada. They will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing new commercial business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and shaping the long-term growth plan for the sector. Reporting directly to the Director, this role demands a strong commercial leader with a proven track record in market development, strategic planning, and technical-commercial execution in various markets.

Key responsibilities:
Strategic Market Development:
•Drive national growth strategies of the filtration, specialty chemicals and water treatment portfolio of products, focusing on long-term, sustainable revenue generation.
•Identify opportunities, emerging trends, and competitive threats; shape proactive strategies accordingly.
•Expand and strengthen relationships with high-value customers and suppliers, industry associations, and key decision-makers.

Commercial Leadership:
•Key Account Management- grow commercial sales and expand footprint with the current account base.
•Develop new B2B sales with agreed upon target accounts across Canada, with initial focus on Ontario and Quebec.
•Define and implement go-to-market strategies in collaboration with product managers, marketing, and supply chain teams.
•Develop business cases for new product lines or market segments, including investment and resource planning.
•Act as a key liaison between commercial, technical, and operational teams to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Reporting & Forecasting:
•Deliver high-level forecasting, pipeline management, and performance reporting to the Business Unit Director and executive team.
•Use data-driven insights to inform strategy and optimize resource allocation.

Required qualifications and skills:
•Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Business, or a related discipline; MBA or relevant postgraduate degree preferred.
•Minimum 8-10 years of technical sales experience in mining & resource markets. Key account management & development experience is an asset.
•Strong chemistry background is an asset as it relates to mining processes, reagents, water treatment, specialty chemicals & filtration technologies.
•Previous business development experience is required along with strong commercial contact with leadership, decision makers, process engineers, environmental engineers, plant managers or mining operations are critical to your success. Mining head office relationships are an asset.
•Demonstrated ability to develop and execute growth strategies in complex B2B markets.
•Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
•Comfortable operating in a matrixed, cross-functional, and entrepreneurial environment.
•Willingness and ability to travel nationally as needed (up to 30-40%).

Compensation
Salary Range: $90,000 to $140,000 per annum

IMCD offers:
We value our people and are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including:
·Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
·Annual Bonus Eligibility
·Comprehensive group benefits
·Flexible work schedules
·Learning, Training, and Development Opportunities
·A collaborative, innovative environment that encourages freedom to act and an entrepreneurial spirit

*IMCD Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

*This role is for an existing vacancy within our organization. Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants for this vacancy.

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Responsable du développement commercial - Exploitation minière et ressources

Lieu: Canada
Type de poste: Temps plein permanent

À propos du groupe IMCD
Le groupe IMCD, dont le siège social est situé à Rotterdam, aux Pays-Bas, est un partenaire mondial de premier plan pour la distribution et la formulation de produits chimiques et d’ingrédients spécialisés. IMCD est un partenaire d’affaires solide et innovant ainsi qu’un fournisseur de solutions pour les producteurs de biens de consommation, industriels et durables dans de nombreux secteurs d’activité : matériaux avancés, beauté et soins personnels, revêtements et construction, alimentation et nutrition, soins à domicile I et I (industriel et institutionnel), solutions industrielles, lubrifiants et énergie, et produits pharmaceutiques.

En partenariat avec nos fournisseurs, nous offrons un portefeuille de produits vaste et approfondi. Avec nos plus de 80 laboratoires d’application répartis dans 60 pays, nous co-créons des formulations et offrons des solutions qui permettent à nos partenaires commerciaux de créer des produits ayant un impact positif sur le monde d’aujourd’hui et de demain. Nos équipes se concentrent sur l’excellence commerciale et opérationnelle, en utilisant les meilleurs outils numériques et logistiques disponibles pour créer un monde de possibilités pour nos partenaires.

En 2025, avec plus de 5 200 employés, IMCD a réalisé des revenus de 4 779 millions d’euros. Les actions d’IMCD N.V. sont négociées chez Euronext Amsterdam (symbole : IMCD) et sont incluses dans l’indice ESG AEX néerlandais, comme l’une des 25 entreprises des indices AEX et AMX démontrant les meilleures pratiques ESG.

Libérer un nouvel élément, l’élément [E]
IMCD a introduit un nouvel élément manquant dans le tableau périodique des éléments – l’élément [E]. Pour nous, il représente nos employés et leur esprit entrepreneurial, la force motrice derrière notre succès.

Rôle de l’emploi
Nous recherchons un(e) responsable du développement commercial pour piloter des stratégies de croissance à fort impact sur les marchés du secteur minier et des ressources, à l’échelle du Canada. La ou le titulaire du poste sera chargé(e) de déterminer, d’évaluer et de concrétiser de nouvelles occasions commerciales, de nouer des partenariats stratégiques et d’élaborer le plan de croissance à long terme pour ce secteur. Relevant directement du directeur, ce rôle exige un(e) leader commercial(e) solide ayant un parcours éprouvé en développement de marché, en planification stratégique et en exécution technico-commerciale dans divers secteurs.

Responsabilités clés 
Développement stratégique du marché:
• Piloter les stratégies de croissance à l’échelle nationale pour le portefeuille de produits liés à la filtration, aux produits chimiques spécialisés et au traitement de l’eau, en mettant l’accent sur la génération de revenus durables à long terme.
• Déterminer les occasions, les tendances émergentes et les menaces concurrentielles; élaborer des stratégies proactives en conséquence.
• Développer et renforcer les relations avec des clients et fournisseurs à forte valeur ajoutée, des associations sectorielles et des décideurs clés.

Leadership commercial:
• Gestion des comptes stratégiques : accroître les ventes et étendre la présence auprès de la clientèle existante.
• Développer de nouvelles ventes interentreprises (B2B) auprès de comptes cibles définis au Canada, en privilégiant dans un premier temps l’Ontario et le Québec.
• Définir et mettre en œuvre des stratégies de mise en marché en collaboration avec les chefs de produit, ainsi que les équipes de commercialisation et de la chaîne logistique.
• Élaborer des analyses de rentabilité pour de nouvelles gammes de produits ou de nouveaux segments de marché, incluant la planification des investissements et des ressources.
• Agir en tant qu’interlocuteur privilégié entre les équipes commerciales, techniques et opérationnelles afin de garantir une prestation de services fluide et la satisfaction des clients.

Rapports et prévisions:
• Élaborer des prévisions de haut niveau, gérer le pipeline commercial et produire des rapports de performance à l’intention du directeur de la division et de l’équipe de direction.
• Exploiter des analyses fondées sur des données pour orienter la stratégie et optimiser l’allocation des ressources.

Qualifications et compétences requises:
• Baccalauréat en génie chimique, chimie, commerce ou discipline connexe; MBA ou diplôme de troisième cycle pertinent préféré.
• Au moins 8 à 10 ans d’expérience en vente technique dans les marchés miniers et des ressources. Une expérience en gestion et élaboration de comptes stratégiques est un atout.
• Solides connaissances en chimie, notamment en ce qui a trait aux procédés miniers, aux réactifs, au traitement de l’eau, aux produits chimiques de spécialité et aux technologies de filtration. 
• Expérience préalable en développement commercial, assortie d’une solide expérience dans les relations commerciales avec des dirigeants, des décideurs, des ingénieurs procédés, des ingénieurs en environnement, des directeurs d’usine ou des responsables d’opérations minières sont essentielles à votre réussite. Des relations établies auprès des sièges sociaux d’entreprises minières constituent un atout.
• Capacité démontrée à élaborer et à mettre en œuvre des stratégies de croissance sur des marchés B2B complexes.
• Compétences exceptionnelles en matière de leadership, de communication et de développement de relations.
• Aptitude à évoluer dans un environnement matriciel, transversal et entrepreneurial.
• Disponibilité et capacité à effectuer des déplacements à l’échelle nationale selon les besoins (jusqu’à 30-40 %).

Rémunération
Échelle salariale: 90,000$ – 140,000$ par année

IMCD offre:
Nous accordons une grande importance à nos employé(e)s et sommes fiers de leur offrir un régime de rémunération globale compétitif et complet, comprenant:
·Régime de retraite à cotisations déterminées (RCD)
·Éligibilité à la prime annuelle
·Assurance collective complète
·Horaires de travail flexibles
·Opportunités d'apprentissage, de formation et de développement

*IMCD Canada accueille et encourage les candidatures de personnes ayant un handicap. Des aménagements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.

*Ce rôle est destiné à pourvoir un poste vacant au sein de notre organisation. L'intelligence artificielle n'est pas utilisée pour présélectionner, évaluer ou sélectionner les candidats à ce poste vacant.

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Responsibilities

The Business Development Manager will drive growth strategies for the mining and resources sector across Canada by identifying new commercial opportunities and managing key accounts. They will collaborate with technical and operational teams to implement go-to-market strategies and ensure high-level performance reporting.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Business, with an MBA preferred. A minimum of 8-10 years of technical sales experience in mining and resource markets is required, along with strong commercial leadership skills.

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Technical Sales
  • Key Account Management
  • Market Development
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Water Treatment
  • Filtration Technologies
  • B2B Sales
  • Forecasting
  • Pipeline Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Leadership
  • Data-driven Insights
  • Strategic Partnerships

Benefits

  • Annual Bonus Eligibility
  • Comprehensive Group Benefits
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Learning, Training, and Development Opportunities

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Categories

  • Sales
  • Management & Leadership
  • Engineering
  • Energy
  • Consulting

Keywords

  • Mining
  • Resources
  • Specialty Chemicals
  • Filtration
  • Water Treatment
  • B2B
  • Strategic Planning
  • Market Development
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Reagents
  • Process Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Supply Chain
  • Commercial Leadership
  • Forecasting
  • Pipeline Management
  • ESG
  • Matrixed Environment
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset

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