Business Development Representative

Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI-powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories across 5 continents and we have the privilege to work with a significant proportion of Fortune 500 manufacturers, from space rockets, to electrical cars, to robotics.

At Vention, you'll work alongside driven and talented people who care deeply about their craft and the impact they create. We're a team of high achievers who grow through meaningful work, solving complex challenges, learning fast, and seeing the results of our efforts every day.

We move quickly and aim high, but we do it together with care, collaboration, and respect. Our culture celebrates diverse perspectives and supports your growth through intentional development, strong leadership, and opportunities to make a real difference.

As a Business Development Representative at Vention…

You'll be the first point of contact for new prospects, driving conversations and building relationships to help them discover how Vention's automation platform fits their needs. With an energetic, curious mindset, you'll learn the craft of sales in a dynamic technology environment and play an essential role in generating pipeline and bookings for the team.

What You'll Do

• You'll source new revenue opportunities by engaging inbound leads and outbound prospects, educating them about Vention's productized applications.
• You'll conduct high-volume prospecting (calls and emails) to qualify leads, navigate gatekeepers, and secure meetings with senior sales experts.
• You'll map prospects' challenges to Vention solutions and work closely with account executives and marketing to implement strategy and processes.
• You'll become an industry expert and develop mastery over Vention's products and value proposition.
• You'll consistently meet or exceed monthly and quarterly pipeline generation and booking targets.
• You'll proactively report on metrics, performance, and results, and look for ways to improve outcomes alongside Sales and Marketing leadership.

What You Bring to the Table

We're looking for skills, intellect, and experiences that will help you succeed in this role but we also know that various profiles (not only the one described below) could be successful. If you're excited about what you read and think you'd be a great fit, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every single qualification.

You'll bring:

• 2+ years of business development experience, ideally with technical products (software or hardware).
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• A proven record of high achievement.
• Intellectual agility and natural curiosity.
• Superb communication skills (written and verbal).
• High energy, self-motivation, and a strong sense of urgency.
• Attention to detail and an organized, metrics-driven mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and fun technology environment.
• A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful

What We Offer

• Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program 
• Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback
• Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women's Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
• Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
• Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
• Central location: Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
• Team events: All year round employee events including annual kick-off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
• Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that start day one.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Case or take-home interview
• Decision & Offer
  
   

We're committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we'll ensure you have what you need to succeed.

Professional Growth & Development

Vention believes strongly in promotion from within. For this reason, we structured a comprehensive professional development program that elevate high-performing individuals who deeply understand the inner workings of Vention. This program encompasses:

• In-house coaching program with former industry executives working with small cohort of emerging leaders
• Quarterly management training on topics ranging from "Giving & Receiving Feedback, to Building high-performing teams, to "Developing your own Leadership model"
• Quarterly World-Class Speaker Series featuring industry leaders sharing their perspective and lessons learned as they build their function and business
• Dedicated professional development channels sponsored by the Executive team to foster continuous professional learning
• Book allocation program to further your knowledge in your domain of expertise or any business leadership topics

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Vention

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued, and can achieve extraordinary results.

We celebrate differences in ideas, in experiences, and in people. Our initiatives in gender equity, career growth, and leadership development are designed to create real opportunities for everyone to thrive.

Vention's culture

Vention is an uplifting environment for high achievers. Thinking that Vention's culture would keep you energized? See our full culture guide here.

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