Bioriginal is a global manufacturer and marketer of specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of humans and animals. The Bioriginal group of companies provides state-of-the-art solutions and the finest quality products for a range of industries globally. Bioriginal has offices in Canada, the United States, Europe and Japan We are a global leader in sustainable manufacturing, supplying top brands in the supplements, food, and pet nutrition markets.

For more information, please visit www.bioriginal.com

We are currently searching for a Business Development Specialist (Human or Animal Nutrition) to join our team. This role focuses on building new business opportunities, new customer segments and new markets. A strong customer focus, technical knowledge and effective collaboration skills are required to be successful in this position.

Core Responsibilities:

New Business Development & Selling

• Utilizing technical knowledge and expertise, focuses primarily on developing new markets and new customer segments for Bioriginal to pursue.
• Conducts some initial selling activities within specified market and customer segments, with intentions to pass selling activities to the sales team where appropriate.
• Builds relationships with new/potential customers and key stakeholders, understanding key decision makers within organizations.
• Working closely with the VP of Business Development, develops, negotiates and closes various phases of engagements with clients and customers.

Miscellaneous Business Development Duties

• Works on various projects as assigned by the VP, Business Development to help grow and further develop specific markets, products and/or customers.
• Researches perspective markets, customers, etc. and provides tailored presentations to clients and customers that will meet needs and provide growth for the Company.
• Collaborates with various cross functional teams as required.
• As directed by the VP of Business Development, hands off new customers within area of focus/development to sales, while still providing technical/market support as needed.
• Ensures all information and data is tracked within the Company's CRM.
• Understands and stays up-to-date on industry/market trends, customer needs and requirements and other emerging trends that could impact Bioriginal's business and new business opportunities.
• Provides other support as required.

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of previous business development or sales experience is required, with a preference for experience in business-to-business sales.
• Post-secondary education in nutrition, animal nutrition, food science, veterinary science or other related discipline is preferred.
• Previous experience with project management is an asset.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with multiple stakeholders is required.
• Strong ability to influence others is required.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Strong business acumen is required.

What we can offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Industry leading benefits plan
• Opportunities for growth, development, and advancement
• Good work-life balance
• Excellent teamwork atmosphere

Bioriginal thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted.