B2B Business Development Specialist
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 3+ years of business development or sales experience, preferably in construction, building products, architectural products, or home improvement sectors.
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We're Hiring: B2B Business Development Specialist (Edmonton, AB)
Permanent Window Solutions Inc.
Job Description – B2B Business Development Specialist
Position Title: B2B Business Development Specialist
Department: Sales and Business Development
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Reports To: Director of Sales
Employment Type: Full-Time
Company Overview
At Permanent Windows Solutions Inc., we proudly supply and install high-performance European windows and doors for residential and commercial clients across Western Canada. Known for our craftsmanship, energy efficiency, and modern designs, we are a trusted partner for homeowners, builders, developers, and commercial construction professionals.
We are currently seeking a dynamic B2B Business Development Specialist to help expand our market reach and establish new client relationships.
Position Summary
The Business Development Specialist will focus on generating new business opportunities with custom home builders, developers, architects, and commercial construction firms throughout the Edmonton region.
This is a hunter-style business development role focused on prospecting, networking, opening new accounts, securing project specifications, and generating new business opportunities. Success in this position depends on the ability to proactively identify opportunities, build relationships, and convert prospects into long-term clients.
The ideal candidate has experience selling building products to architects, builders, developers, and construction professionals. Existing industry relationships are considered a strong asset. Success in this role requires the ability to secure product specifications, build long-term partnerships, and manage opportunities from initial contact through project completion.
This role involves prospecting, client visits, bid preparation, and managing new account relationships. The position requires local travel and an independent, client-focused approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Find, identify, and qualify new leads and business opportunities across target markets.
- Meet face-to-face with architects, builders, developers, construction managers, and other key stakeholders to present our window and door solutions.
- Identify, pursue, and prepare quotes or bids for large-scale commercial, new-build, and supply-only projects.
- Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with builders, developers, architects, and commercial construction professionals.
- Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to generate interest and leads.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to refine outreach strategies.
- Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities and pipeline updates in Salesforce.
- Work closely with installation and operations teams to ensure smooth project execution.
- Achieve business development objectives through new account acquisition, project specifications secured, bid opportunities generated, and revenue growth within the assigned territory.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of business development or sales experience, preferably in construction, building products, architectural products, or home improvement sectors.
- Existing relationships with custom home builders, architects, developers, general contractors, or commercial construction professionals are considered a strong asset.
- Strong knowledge of commercial project bidding and tendering processes.
- Proven ability to develop client relationships and close deals.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Self-starter with strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License and willingness to travel throughout the assigned territory.
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada.
Working Conditions and Legal Compliance
Hours of Work: Full-time, typically Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Some evening or weekend availability will be required for client visits, networking events, or trade shows.
Travel: Local travel throughout Edmonton and surrounding communities is a core part of the role, with occasional travel within Alberta as required. Mileage reimbursement, vehicle allowance, or company vehicle provided as per company policy.
Workplace Safety: All work must adhere to applicable Alberta health and safety regulations.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation.
- Health and dental benefits package.
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing company.
- Supportive team environment with ongoing training.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a brief cover letter to https://permasol.ca/career-opportunities/.
Permanent Windows Solutions Inc. is committed to employment equity and a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Identify and pursue new business opportunities with builders, developers, architects, and commercial construction firms, managing prospects through the full sales cycle and preparing bids for projects. Build client relationships, maintain Salesforce records, attend industry events, and coordinate with installation and operations teams to support project execution and revenue growth.
Requirements
Requires at least three years of business development or sales experience, preferably in construction, building products, architectural products, or home improvement, along with strong client relationship and deal-closing abilities. Candidates should understand commercial bidding and tendering, be proficient with CRM systems and Microsoft Office, hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license, be willing to travel, and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Skills
- Business Development
- Lead Generation
- Prospecting
- Sales Cycle Management
- Commercial Bidding and Tendering
- Quote and Bid Preparation
- Negotiation
- Presentation Skills
- Networking
- Market Research
- Salesforce
- Microsoft Office
- Pipeline Management
- Project Coordination
- Time Management
Benefits
- Health and Dental Benefits
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Ongoing Training
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Sales
- Construction
Keywords
- B2B Sales
- Business Development
- Construction
- Building Products
- European Windows and Doors
- Custom Home Builders
- Architects
- Developers
- General Contractors
- Commercial Construction
- Lead Generation
- Prospecting
- New Account Acquisition
- Product Specifications
- Commercial Project Bidding
- Tendering
- Quote Preparation
- Salesforce
- CRM Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Sales Pipeline
- Full Sales Cycle
- Trade Shows
- Market Trends
- Client Visits
- Alberta Class 5 Driver's License
- Project Coordination
- Revenue Growth
- Local Travel
- Energy Efficiency