Business Development Representative

Job summary

Prospect and qualify leads through phone, email, and in-person outreach; support sales presentations, prepare basic proposals, and maintain accurate CRM records. Research markets, nurture opportunities through the sales pipeline, attend local networking events, gather market feedback, and collaborate with sales and marketing teams on outreach campaigns and process improvements.

Job details

Company Description Content Connect is a growing organization focused on helping businesses build stronger relationships with their audiences through effective communication and tailored content solutions. The company collaborates with clients across various industries to identify growth opportunities and deliver services that support sales, marketing, and customer engagement goals. Team members at Content Connect work in a collaborative environment that values initiative, accountability, and measurable results. The company is committed to supporting professional development and offering opportunities to contribute directly to business growth. Content Connect emphasizes ethical business practices and long-term client partnerships. Role Description The Business Development Representative role at Content Connect is an on-site position based in Timmins, ON. In this role, the individual will prospect and qualify leads, conduct outreach via phone, email, and in-person meetings, and schedule and support sales presentations with potential clients. The Business Development Representative will maintain accurate records in the CRM system, prepare basic proposals, and collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop outreach campaigns. Day-to-day tasks include researching target markets, identifying decision-makers, following up on inbound inquiries, and nurturing relationships to move opportunities through the sales pipeline. This role also involves attending local networking events, gathering market feedback, and contributing ideas to improve business development processes. Qualifications Demonstrated ability in prospecting, lead qualification, and managing a sales pipeline. Strong communication skills, including clear verbal communication, professional email writing, and confident presentation abilities. Foundational knowledge of sales processes, customer relationship management, and basic negotiation techniques. Comfort with using CRM tools, productivity software, and online research methods to support business development activities. Proven organizational skills, including time management, follow-through on commitments, and attention to detail in documentation. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build positive relationships with clients and colleagues. Motivated, goal-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn, accept feedback, and adapt to changing priorities. Previous experience in sales, customer service, or business development is an asset; post-secondary education in business, marketing, or a related field is preferred.

What you’ll do

Prospect and qualify leads through phone, email, and in-person outreach; support sales presentations, prepare basic proposals, and maintain accurate CRM records. Research markets, nurture opportunities through the sales pipeline, attend local networking events, gather market feedback, and collaborate with sales and marketing teams on outreach campaigns and process improvements.

Requirements

Candidates should demonstrate prospecting, lead qualification, sales pipeline management, strong communication and presentation skills, and foundational knowledge of sales processes, CRM, and negotiation. Organizational ability, collaboration, motivation, and adaptability are expected; prior sales, customer service, or business development experience is an asset, and post-secondary education in business, marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Lead Qualification · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred
• CRM Tools · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Prospecting
• Lead Qualification
• Sales Pipeline Management
• Verbal Communication
• Professional Email Writing
• Presentation Skills
• Customer Relationship Management
• Negotiation
• CRM Tools
• Market Research
• Time Management
• Organization
• Relationship Building
• Team Collaboration
• Follow-Through
• Adaptability

Job areas

• Sales
• Marketing
• Customer Service & Support