Business Development Executive

Business Development Representative (SaaS / Renewable Energy) | Montreal

Industry: Technology – Renewable Energy Forecasting / SaaS

We’re recruiting on behalf of an innovative, fast-growing company in the renewable energy and data analytics sector, now part of a reputable Canadian holding group. Based in Montreal’s Old Port, this is a newly created position for a full-time Business Development Representative to focus on the U.S. market, especially targeting wind, solar, and airport operations.

This is an opportunity to be part of a lean and entrepreneurial team with a startup mindset and a results-driven culture. The ideal candidate is a sales-driven “hunter” who thrives in outbound prospecting and building lasting B2B relationships.

What You’ll Do:

• Prospect, qualify, and convert new leads (primarily in the U.S.)
• Conduct high-volume outreach (cold calling, email, networking) to build your pipeline
• Pitch SaaS solutions tailored to client needs in renewable energy
• Own your book of business and help build sales processes from the ground up
• Travel occasionally to industry tradeshows or client meetings in North America
• Collaborate with a small, agile team and contribute to a culture of innovation

What You Bring:

• 2–5 years of experience in business development or B2B SaaS sales
• A proven track record of generating leads and closing deals
• Strong presentation & communication skills – English fluency is essential
• Self-motivated with a go-getter attitude and results-oriented mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field
• Knowledge of the renewable energy or aviation industry is an asset
• Proficiency in CRM tools (Salesforce preferred)
• Spanish proficiency is a plus

What’s Offered:

• Competitive base salary with quarterly commission structure
• Full group benefits + RRSP contribution
• Paid time off starting Day 1
• Public transit incentive + give & match program
• Modern office space with gym, lounge, lockers & showers

If you’re ready to launch your career in clean tech and want to sell meaningful, high-impact solutions — this is your chance to make a difference while growing fast.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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• the individual’s skill sets, experience, and training;
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• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.