Director of development Jobs in Scarborough, ON

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Director of Business Development to lead their growth strategy and drive revenue expansion. Focused on the food service and institutional markets, this pivotal role involves identifying new opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, optimizing revenue streams, and enhancing our market presence. Key Responsibilities : Design and execute business development strategies aligned with company growth objectives.Research and identify new markets, customer segments, and business opportunities.Foster and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.Lead negotiations for contracts and commercial agreements with expertise in optimizing outcomes.Collaborate closely with internal teams—sales, marketing, production, and operations—to ensure alignment with strategic goals.Consistently analyze market trends, competitor data, and customer insights to inform and refine decisions.Represent the company at trade shows and industry events as an ambassador of our brand.Required Skills and Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in business development or a similar leadership role, with mandatory experience within the food service industry.Exceptional negotiation and communication skills with the ability to present compelling business propositions.Ability to establish and nurture professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Strategically oriented, results-driven professional who excels in developing and executing growth plans.Bilingualism is considered an asset.Personal Attributes : Natural leadership capabilities with a talent for motivating and guiding teams.Proactive, with high initiative and adaptability in dynamic environments.Thrives under pressure while successfully managing multiple projects and priorities.Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong focus on customer needs and satisfaction.Why Join Us? If you are passionate about driving growth, building impactful relationships, and leading transformative strategies in the food service and institutional market, we invite you to become part of our client's team. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact and propel the company forward in an industry brimming with opportunities.Robert Half est la première et la plus grande firme de solutions de gestion des talents spécialisées au monde, qui met en relation des chercheurs d'emploi hautement qualifiés avec des opportunités au sein de grandes entreprises. Nous offrons des solutions de placement contractuel, temporaire et permanent dans les domaines de la finance et de la comptabilité, des technologies, du marketing et de la création, et du soutien administratif et à la clientèle.Robert Half vous met dans la meilleure position pour réussir. Nous vous donnons accès aux meilleurs emplois, à une rémunération et à des avantages sociaux compétitifs, ainsi qu'à des formations en ligne gratuites. Restez au courant de toutes les opportunités, peu importe où vous êtes - même en déplacement. Téléchargez l'application Robert Half et postulez en un seul clic, recevez des notifications instantanées pour des emplois proposés par l'IA, et plus encore.Des questions? Communiquez avec le bureau de votre région au 1.888.490.4154. Tous les candidats répondant à des offres d'emploi au Canada doivent être autorisés à y travailler.Seules les descriptions de postes situés au Québec apparaissent en français.​© Robert Half, 2025. Numéro de permis du Québec AP-2000503. En cliquant sur « Postuler maintenant », vous acceptez les conditions d'utilisation de Robert Half.