Business Development Manager

at  Eagle Lake Nurseries Ltd

POSITION OVERVIEW

Eagle Lake Nurseries seeks a passionate and results-oriented Business Development Manager to lead our Sales and Customer Service team in driving our sales, marketing, and growth initiatives. In this role, you will develop innovative strategies to achieve revenue targets, motivate a collaborative sales team, and strengthen relationships with clients and stakeholders. You will also oversee marketing efforts to enhance brand visibility, engage customers, and drive demand for our products and services. This role will be integral in delivering our mission of “Growing People that Grow Plants” while embodying our core values of Trust, Honesty, Reliability, Community, Respect, and Resilience.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Eagle Lake Nurseries is a family-run business that started in 1970, growing sod and landscape plant material in Southern Alberta. The farm has now grown to nearly 1000 acres of different production areas, including caliper trees, greenhouse perennials, container-grown shrubs and trees, as well as traditional field crops and rented pasture. We serve and sell plant material to commercial and residential landscapers, garden centers, municipalities, golf courses, and homeowners across Western Canada and several northern US states.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong leadership abilities with a proven record of leading and developing high-performing teams, demonstrating alignment with the values of Eagle Lake Nurseries and fostering an environment for team members to succeed in doing the same.
• Post-secondary education in Sales, Marketing, Business Management, Horticulture/Agriculture, or a related field.
• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in the horticulture/agriculture industry, landscaping, or construction industries.
• A strong understanding of the wholesale nursery industry is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in using diverse software applications, including MS Office, CRM software, Google Suite, web tools, and social media applications.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Strong customer service skills
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or provincial equivalent) and ability to travel as needed