Job Title: Business Development Associate 

Company Overview:

Else Labs is building the future of autonomous cooking in every kitchen. Our goal is to drive innovation in food tech. We first invented Oliver by else, a robot chef that replicates stovetop cooking. After receiving so much interest from the commercial industry, we introduced The Oliver Fleet. This is a kitchen solution that is versatile and compact, making your process smooth, efficient, and streamlined. Our mission is to develop advanced kitchen appliances, using our patented technologies, to give individuals and culinary teams their time back, with consistent and high-quality meals. We are an Ottawa based start-up, with a small yet very efficient team. As we are looking forward, we are expanding and building our operations team to help us grow. 

To learn more visit: elselasb.io  

At Else, we've built a team with grit, integrity and passion for technology and food. Does this sound like you? Come join us.

Job Overview:

The Business Development Associate will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, managing existing relationships, and closing deals. This role requires a strong understanding of the food industry, market trends, and consumer preferences. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building successful partnerships and experience of working with transformational technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute market research as required
• Manage & maintain prospecting and lead generation with the support of senior management 
• Identify new business opportunities and potential partners
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the food service industry
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop innovative solutions that meet clients needs
• Monitor market trends and stay up-to-date on industry developments
• Manage and track sales metrics and report to senior management
• Attend and participate in industry events and conferences as needed 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or marketing, preferably in the food service, CPG industry or food delivery 
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strategic partnership
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of the food service industry and market trends
• Strong presentation skills

What is in it for you?

• Full health benefits package, paid time off (4 weeks)
• An innovative, passionate, smart, fun office culture
• Being part of one of Ottawa’s up and coming start-ups, making a wave in the international Food Tech industry

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company. If you are a passionate and driven individual with a strong business development background in the food service, CPG or food delivery industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Else Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to boast an international and diverse team. Technology is global, food is international—Else is too.