Role overview

Just Simcoe Express
Barrie, Ontario
Part-time with opportunity to grow into full-time

About Just Simcoe Express

Just Simcoe Express provides local delivery, warehousing, storage, pick-and-pack, fulfillment and logistics services to businesses throughout Simcoe County and surrounding areas.

We work with local retailers, e-commerce businesses, manufacturers, florists, real estate professionals and other organizations that need reliable, flexible logistics support.

We are looking for a motivated and entrepreneurial Business Development Representative to help grow our customer base and build long-term business relationships.

The Role

You will be responsible for identifying potential business customers, starting conversations, understanding their logistics needs and closing new accounts.

This is a hands-on sales role suited to someone who is comfortable prospecting, following up consistently and building relationships with local business owners and decision-makers.

The role will initially be part-time, with the potential to grow into a full-time position as the customer base and recurring revenue increase.

Responsibilities

Prospect for new business customers throughout Simcoe County and surrounding areas
Contact potential clients by phone, email, social media and in-person outreach
Identify businesses that may benefit from local delivery, warehousing, storage or fulfillment services
Schedule and conduct discovery calls and sales meetings
Prepare quotes and service proposals
Follow up with prospects and move opportunities through the sales process
Close new customer accounts
Maintain accurate records of sales activity and follow-ups
Build long-term relationships with new customers
Work closely with operations to ensure customer requirements can be delivered successfully
Represent Just Simcoe Express at local networking events, business events and community opportunities
Help identify new markets, partnerships and service opportunities

Services You Will Be Selling

Same-day local delivery
Scheduled and recurring business deliveries
Flower and specialty delivery
Warehousing and storage
Pick-and-pack services
E-commerce fulfillment
Local distribution
Real estate sign installation and related services
Customized logistics solutions

Compensation

Hourly base wage
Uncapped commission on new business
Performance bonuses
Mileage reimbursement for approved customer meetings and travel
Opportunity for increased hours and advancement based on performance

Commission is paid in addition to the hourly wage and is designed to reward the development of recurring, long-term customer accounts.

Schedule

Approximately 20 to 25 hours per week to start
Flexible weekday schedule
Some local travel and in-person meetings will be required
Opportunity to transition into a full-time role

What We Are Looking For

Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Comfortable speaking with business owners and decision-makers
Confident making cold calls and approaching new prospects
Organized and consistent with follow-up
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Entrepreneurial mindset
Comfortable working in a growing small-business environment
Able to understand customer needs and recommend suitable solutions
Familiarity with Simcoe County and the local business community is an asset

Experience

Previous experience in sales, business development, logistics, transportation, warehousing, e-commerce or customer service is an asset but not required.

We are willing to train the right person who demonstrates initiative, confidence, professionalism and a strong desire to succeed in sales.

Requirements

Valid Ontario driver’s licence
Reliable access to a vehicle
Ability to travel locally for customer meetings
Comfortable using email, spreadsheets, CRM systems and other basic business software
Legally eligible to work in Canada

Who This Role Is Suited For

This position may be a strong fit for:

A junior salesperson looking to build B2B sales experience
Someone with retail, hospitality or customer service experience who wants to move into sales
A locally connected professional with strong business relationships
A semi-retired salesperson looking for a flexible role
An entrepreneurial individual who wants to help build a sales department
Someone motivated by both a stable hourly wage and performance-based earnings

Why Join Just Simcoe Express?

Help grow a locally owned Simcoe County business
Sell practical services that businesses regularly need
Flexible schedule
Uncapped earning potential
Opportunity to grow into a leadership or full-time sales position
Direct access to company leadership
Ability to influence the future growth of the business

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a short message explaining why you would be a good fit for this role.

We are particularly interested in hearing about any previous sales experience, local business connections or examples of situations where you successfully built relationships, generated leads or brought in new customers.