BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – BUSINESS EVENTS

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – BUSINESS EVENTS

Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism is looking for an organized, collaborative and communicative professional who is enthusiastic about making an impact on Winnipeg and its future. If you believe in our city, have a passion for people and process, and are interested in helping our organization operate at its best, consider joining our dynamic and growing team!

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Business Development – Tourism, the Business Development Manager is responsible for increasing overnight visitations to Winnipeg by attracting business events from the Canadian, U.S. and international markets through the SFA lead generator, economic sectors of associations, corporate, government, third‑party planners and event right holders. The Business Development Manager prospects leads, attends sales initiatives and networks at a senior level with decision‑makers to attract business events to Winnipeg.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS

• Proactively identify prospects from the SFA lead generator, economic sectors of industry associations, corporate, government, planners and event rights holders
• Conduct daily prospecting and qualifying sales calls through cold calls and lead generation
• Convert sales prospects into confirmed meetings and conventions business for Winnipeg
• Strengthen relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Deliver presentations on Winnipeg’s value propositions at regional and national tourism business development initiatives and marketplaces
• Host clients on site visits showcasing Winnipeg
• Develop and execute accurate and detailed sales records on a daily and monthly basis utilizing a customer relations management system
• Develop relationships with clients and build partnerships with the local tourism industry
• Willingness to travel within Canada, United States, Europe and other countries as required, to attend tourism business development initiatives and marketplaces
• Understand the competitive tourism environment related to other cities and Winnipeg’s economic sectors
• Represent Tourism Winnipeg on national tourism committees and boards to strengthen partnerships and industry knowledge

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES

INDUSTRY RELATIONS

INTERNAL

SKILLS & ABILITIES

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE – REQUIRED

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

DIVERSE TEAMS CREATE BETTER IDEAS AND GROWTH IN OUR CITY!

A strong connector between business, industry, educational institutions and governments, Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism knows the most diverse teams bring about the best results when it comes to innovation, growth, and impact on a community.

Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism values team members who are diverse in age, gender identity, race and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientation, physical and mental abilities. Diverse voices are critical in the next chapter of Winnipeg’s economic growth and contribute to our city’s success.

HOW TO APPLY

Option One : Step 1 : Visit https : / / workinmanitoba.ca / and click “Connect with employers now”. Then follow the steps to create or log into your account.

Step 2 : Search for Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism in the Work in Manitoba job portal.

Step 3 : Submit your resume and cover letter through the portal.

Option Two : Submit your resume and cover letter to careers@edwinnipeg.com

Applications will be accepted until January 5, 2026. We thank all applicants for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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