Manager, Sales and Workforce Solutions
Job Summary
About Bow Valley College
Bow Valley College is Calgarys college with local impact and global reach serving more than 15000 students. We launch our students
by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality future-oriented education. We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare technology business entertainment arts social services and more contributing to our economy and community. We evolve our students through work-integrated learning upskilling and reskilling.
Proud to be named one of Canadas Top 50 research colleges our applied research focuses on health and educational technology and social innovation. Home to the Digital Entertainment Nexus Calgarys first esports arena and the Bears varsity team Bow Valley College is celebrating 60 years of student success. Learn more about the opportunities we create at .
Position Summary
The Manager Sales and Workforce Solutions at Bow Valley College is a pivotal role within the External Engagement Division responsible for driving strategic revenue growth client acquisition and the development of integrated workforce solutions. The position also provides comprehensive administrative and operational oversight. This role leads B2B sales strategies focusing on the commercialization of innovative portfolio of products and services across educational technology and health along with the Digital Entertainment Nexus and space rental program.
The Manager will optimize sales processes oversee pipeline management and forecasting and leverage digital data to enhance customer relationship management and data-driven decision-making while executing with excellence. This position requires a forward-thinking leader who can analyze market trends identify growth opportunities and collaborate with marketing and internal stakeholders to deliver measurable results aligned with the Colleges strategic priorities.
Reporting to the Director Sales and Workforce Solutions the Manager exercises responsibility for the Business Development Officers including recruitment performance management coaching and professional development. This role ensures effective resource allocation across employees and contractors fosters a high-performance and collaborative team culture and maintains accountability for achieving annual goals and deliverables. Responsibilities include overseeing budgeting and financial performance preparing business cases and ensuring compliance with college policies collective agreements and relevant legislation. The Manager also plays a key role in advancing the Colleges entrepreneurial and research initiatives by forming partnerships with industry community and public-sector stakeholders translating ideas into commercial opportunities and supporting funded research priorities.
In addition to sales operations the Manager is accountable for building and maintaining strong client relationships ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention through tailored solutions-based engagement. Acting as a vital link between external markets and internal academic and operational teams the role collaborates closely with faculty product development finance and customer support to align sales strategies with institutional objectives. The Manager also contributes to the Colleges annual revenue generation planning and provides strategic direction for research agreements commercialization efforts and initiatives such as Pivot-Ed. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential as the role represents the division on internal and external committees and maintains key stakeholder relationships. Flexibility is required as some evening and weekend work may be necessary to support business needs.
Minimum Qualifications
- 7-10 years of experience in sales or revenue growth roles with at least 2 years in a leadership position.
- Bachelors degree
- Proven experience in developing and executing successful B2B sales strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to meet and/or exceed revenue targets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics CRM software.
- Experience with sales analytics and reporting tools.
- Experience with complex contract negotiations.
- Strong understanding of the industry and market dynamics.
- Proven ability to establish and manage strategic partnerships and alliances.
- Demonstrated ability to think creatively and introduce innovative sales strategies and solutions.
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience in delivering sales pitches and presentations to senior executives and large audiences.
- Strong critical thinking judgement and decision-making skills.
- Advanced skills in MS Word Excel PowerPoint and social media.
- An equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered.
- Ability to travel within Canada; international travel may be required
- Willing and available to work some evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge and familiarity within industries such as healthcare Esports digital entertainment e.g. gaming film television industries is an asset
- B2B sales experience
- SaaS sales experience
- Understanding of the academic environment to align sales initiatives with faculty goals and priorities
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Dynamics CRM including custom reporting and workflow automation.
- Familiarity with other sales and marketing automation tools and platforms
- Active involvement in relevant professional associations and community organizations.
- Experience in project management with the ability to lead complex sales and marketing projects from inception to completion
If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS WES or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.
Closing Date: May 22 2026
This opening is a continuous (exempt) position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including but not limited to visible minorities Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Bow Valley College offers year-round career programs that lead to certificates, diplomas, and post-diploma certificates, as well as adult upgrading and English language learning.