Our client, a well-established Canadian organization operating in the defence and aerospace sector, is seeking a Technical Sales Manager to support and grow its sales and operational capabilities.This role has been intentionally redesigned to combine technical sales, quoting, coordination, and sales operations, following the evolution of the business and increased demand within the defence sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day sales activity while supporting clients, suppliers, and internal teams across the full sales lifecycle.The OpportunityReporting directly to the Managing Director, the Technical Sales Manager will manage smaller sales opportunities, provide technical and commercial support to customers, and ensure quoting and solicitation processes are accurate, compliant, and competitive. The role requires a strong balance of technical aptitude, organization, and relationship management.This is a hands-on position suited for someone who enjoys autonomy, responsibility, and working within a lean, highly independent team.Key ResponsibilitiesManage customer inquiries and sales opportunities, typically under $200KDevelop a strong understanding of the organization’s equipment portfolio and capabilitiesProvide technical product information and prepare quotations and proposalsSupport RFIs/RFPs and ensure compliance with procurement requirementsBuild and maintain relationships with government and defence clientsCoordinate closely with project management and internal teams post-saleManage relationships with assigned international suppliersCoordinate and attend product demonstrations in CanadaPlan and accompany supplier and client visits, both domestically and internationallyLiaise with suppliers to obtain detailed technical data and support sales activitiesRepresentation & TravelAttend industry trade shows and client meetings as requiredTravel within Canada and internationally (approximately 10–25%)Support demonstrations at client sites and military basesQualifications & ExperienceMinimum 5 years’ experience in technical sales, sales operations, or a related technical/commercial roleStrong technical aptitude and ability to learn complex products and specificationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishBilingual English/French is an assetDefence, military, engineering, or government contracting experience is an asset, not requiredUniversity degree or college diploma in Business, Engineering, or a related field preferredHighly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple prioritiesSecurity & ComplianceMust be eligible to pass the Canadian Controlled Goods Program screeningMust be eligible to obtain Canadian Government Level II (Secret) Security Clearance, if requiredOttawa-based candidates only due to security and client requirementsBase salary of $80,000–$100,000, depending on experienceCommission structure with strong earning potentialOn-target earnings typically range from $98,000–$115,000+Three weeks of paid vacation, including a December holiday closureHybrid work environment (remote initially, transitioning to hybrid)All business travel expenses coveredGrowth & Long-Term PotentialThis role offers long-term growth within a stable, entrepreneurial organization. As the business scales, there is potential for expanded responsibilities in project management, business capture, and future leadership opportunities for the right individual.
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