About Us:

Maru/Blue, a tech-driven insights solution firm and a part of the Stagwell Global family, specializes in addressing market challenges with innovative, cost-effective, and time-efficient solutions. With $2.7 billion in revenue in 2022, Stagwell Global provides us with a robust network of resources and expertise. Serving brands, agencies, and market research firms, Maru/Blue acts as a bridge across all channels, striving to deliver reliable results for our clients through a unique combination of expert knowledge in panel and data services.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement.

About the Role:

Business Development at Maru/Blue involves building and maintaining relationships with our partners and customers. The team focuses on sustaining existing client relationships and expanding new accounts through strategic prospecting and networking. As a Business Development team member, you will create and execute a territory plan, identify prospects, develop account plans and profiles, and showcase our unique value proposition in the market research industry.

We are seeking an enthusiastic professional to help us invest in our clients' success by aligning Maru/Blue’s services, innovations, and capabilities with their specific business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Identify prospects, generate qualified leads, and schedule calls to uncover opportunities and build a sales pipeline.
• Spark interest in Maru/Blue’s products and services through engaging storytelling.
• Demonstrate a genuine understanding of prospects' businesses and communicate solutions that address their needs.
• Articulate our value proposition confidently, instilling trust in Maru/Blue's ability to deliver reliable results.
• Accurately update and maintain the CRM with call activity and detailed notes.

Requirements:

• Possess an optimistic, positive attitude and a strong desire to achieve.
• Enjoy meeting new people and feel comfortable initiating conversations.
• Exhibit a natural drive and motivation to succeed, as we will set ambitious goals.
• Be a team player, collaborating, sharing ideas, and supporting others when needed.

Why Choose Maru:

• Competitive salary within a high-performing team. We are committed to equitable and fair pay practices. Our compensation package includes:
• Competitive base salary
• Best-in-class health benefits plan, including health, dental, paramedical, and wellness services
• RRSP plan with employer match
• Vacation days, summer hours, Maru Cares community support days, floater day, wellness programs, and more
• Professional development opportunities and a flexible team environment that recognizes and rewards individual achievements
• A great, fun culture focused on collaboration, learning, hard work, and great people

Apply online now!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusivity, and Belonging:

At Maru, we are dedicated to the principles of equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion. We value the contributions of all colleagues and engage in ongoing efforts to foster a sense of welcome and belonging. Discrimination in any form is not tolerated, as all colleagues have a right to a respectful and inclusive work environment. We believe that diverse identities and diversity of experience, outlook, and culture drive innovation, which is essential to how we build our teams, cultivate our leaders, and create an inclusive company.