Job Posting: Supervisor, Business Development
Job Category: Corporate Services & Stakeholder Relations
Requisition Number: S5-26
Application Deadline: Until Suitable Candidate is found.
What You Will Do:
As the Supervisor, Business Development, you will play an essential role within our Corporate Services & Stakeholder Relations department, reporting to the Manager, Business Development & Community Relations. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Play a key leadership role in advancing Apex's customer growth and community relationships.
- Help guide the full new business life cycle, from the first customer conversation through application intake, project evaluation, and customer support.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with new and existing customers, franchisees, and large-volume customers.
- Support the planning and execution of customer contracts and franchise agreement processes.
- Help identify emerging opportunities, nurture potential customers, and support strategic planning that contributes to sustainable customer growth.
- Prepare economic evaluations, business cases, and related financial reporting to help assess project feasibility and inform sound decision-making.
- Lead quality control and continuous improvement initiatives across new business processes, ensuring customers receive the best possible customer experience.
- Support Apex's sponsorship program and represent the company at community events, networking functions, and industry activities.
- Act as an ambassador for Apex in the communities we serve.
What You Will Bring:
Preferred skills & Required qualifications:
- University degree in a relevant business or financial discipline.
- More than five years of experience in the utility industry.
- At least two years of supervisory experience in business development.
- Experience managing customer escalations and resolving complex issues.
- Experience preparing economic evaluations and developing business cases and decision documents.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong relationship-building abilities.
- Good understanding of Alberta's natural gas utility industry, regulatory framework, and construction processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
- Experience with Customer Information Systems and Customer Relationship Management tools such as Salesforce is considered an asset.
- Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License and an acceptable driver's abstract.
- Ability to travel within Apex's operating territory, typically 15-25% throughout the year, with occasional travel outside the region and some evening or weekend commitments for industry or community events.
- Occasional evening or weekend commitments for industry events are also part of the role.
Preferred skills and qualifications:
- Advanced MS 365 Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook);
- Proficient in Customer Information Systems; and
- Intermediate skill set in utilizing Customer Relationship Management applications (i.e. Salesforce)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills;
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills; and
- Good understanding of the Alberta gas utility industry, natural gas regulatory framework and construction processes.
What We Will Provide:
Apex Utilities Inc. is committed to your professional development and your overall health and safety. When you join our team, here is what you can expect:
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits.
- Retirement & savings plans.
- Insurance coverage for Life, LTD, and AD&D.
- Employee Assistance Program for legal, financial, and health-related support.
- Generous leave policies, including vacation, personal paid days, and volunteer day for work-life balance.
- A flexible work model tailored to the requirements of both office and field staff.
- A safety-centric culture.
Inclusive Workplace:
At Apex Utilities Inc., we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We believe that our differences empower us to become a stronger team, leading to better decisions, innovation, and business results.
Ready to Join Us?
If you are eager to be a part of our team and make a difference in the energy industry, please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence through our career page at Careers - Apex Utilities (https://www.apexutilities.ca/about/careers/). We look forward to receiving your application!
If you meet most but not all qualifications, you are still encouraged to apply.
