Business Development Manager

7 days ago


Penticton, British Columbia, Canada Okanagan College Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Business Development Manager to lead the day-to-day and business operations of the BC Beverage Technology Access Centre (BCBTAC) at Okanagan College. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all BCBTAC employees, ensuring the centre reaches its annual revenue and service goals, and developing and implementing a strategic business plan in concert with the Provost, VP Academic.

Key Responsibilities
  • Play a key leadership role in direction, growth, and development of the BCBTAC, responsible for daily and business operations.
  • Develop and implement a strategic business plan in concert with the Provost, VP Academic, that is in alignment with the BCBTAC Advisory Board recommendations.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor long- and short-range plans, operating and capital budgets, policies, and procedures, and business plans for the BCBTAC that enhance or achieve operational objectives that are aligned to the strategic plan of the College.
  • Provide outreach and client services to support new business development, secure clients through various means, identify and pursue new partnerships and key customer relationships that result in increased growth/performance and revenue of the BCBTAC.
  • Direct and oversee all marketing and communication plans and initiatives to promote the BCBTAC, including maintaining an active online presence, as per Advisory Board recommendations and College policies.
  • Identify potential research and funding opportunities within each market segment.
  • Responsible for fostering and maintaining existing partner relationships and cultivating new relationships to establish resources, referrals, and other support.
  • Maintain a record of industry-supporting activities for use in metrics-reporting and impact analysis.
  • Manage all BCBTAC employees, responsible for personnel matters, including recruitment and selection, orientation, training, and staff development, supervision, performance management and evaluation, scheduling, and prioritization of work requirements, as well as recommending any disciplinary action.
  • Participate in Tech-Access Canada and NSERC-related activities as required, responsible for the Centre and Laboratories Accreditation by provincial and federal agencies.
  • Ensure fee-for-service contracts meet annual projections, monitor against year-end budget expectations.
  • Sit on the BCBTAC Advisory Board as an ex-officio member, provide support in terms of drafting agendas, providing monthly budget reports, and making recommendations.
  • Supervise the process of developing/enforcing safety protocols and standard operating procedures for the BCBTAC commercial laboratories and fermentation facilities.
Requirements
  • An MBA or MSc in Oenology, Food Science, Bio-chemistry, or related science degree is required.
  • A minimum of five years' experience in a client-focused organization managing technical and service personnel in the areas of beverage development, production, analysis, and business operations, and budgeting is required.
  • A thorough understanding and previous experience in the production and marketing of at least one of fermented, brewed, or distilled beverages with a basic understanding of the overall beverage sector is required.
  • Experience in beverage research and development activities with a record of accomplishment of bringing projects to completion is required.
  • Active involvement with an established network in at least one beverage sector related to the Okanagan or BC industry is required.
  • Experience working with a Board or Association is an asset.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Proficient in proposal writing.
  • Knowledge of provincial and national beverage regulations, Quality and Food Safety Policies and Guidelines.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 17025:1999.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Proven ability for self-directed work.
  • Proven leadership and motivational skills.
  • Excellent organizational, administrative, and problem-solving skills.


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