Business Development Specialist

Job Overview Business Development Specialist (1 year contract) DESCRIPTION We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our sales team. This individual is passionate about sales, motivated to exceed their goals and committed to customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will provide support to the Business Development team by establishing contact with potential clients with the objective of generating warm leads, as well as directly selling office coffee solutions to business in the Alberta market. We offer great career opportunities to further develop yourself. RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor and validate incoming leads from various sources Action new lead notifications promptly to qualify and distribute leads accordingly Generate leads from various sources by cold calling and e-mailing Identify opportunities to introduce the Flex model to businesses over the phone or in person Make initial contact with potential clients to schedule appointments where opportunities need to be channeled to the Business Development team Follow-up on and track leads from trade shows Maintain accurate records of sales activities, prospects, and client interactions Work cooperatively with peers and other departments, keeping appropriate individuals informed to ensure positive customer relations are established This list is not exhaustive. Any other related duties may be assigned by the manager. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Related experience in a customer service and sales role an asset Cold-calling experience an asset Bilingual an asset COMPETENCIES Excellent verbal and written communication skills Self-motivated and results-oriented Well-developed interpersonal and persuasive skills Excellent attention to detail with the ability to review information carefully and comprehensively Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks accordingly Data management and Excel skills an asset Company Overview Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a modern beverage company with a bold vision built to deliver growth and opportunity. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work. Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.