Posted 4 months ago
Finishing Business Development Manager
@ Dicks Lumber
Surrey, British Columbia
Overview
Dick's Lumber is hiring a Finishing Business Development Manager to lead growth and strategy for interior finishing categories. The role covers sales, customer and supplier relationships, branch team support and new business development, with about 65% travel and weekday store hours.
Responsibilities:
- Lead growth strategy for finishing product categories
- Drive sales of existing and new products
- Develop new business through relationships and cold calling
- Support branch teams with training and coaching
- Resolve customer concerns and service issues
Requirements summary:
- 3+ years sales and customer service in finishing or construction
- 5+ years supervisory or leadership experience
- Ability to read blueprints and architectural or structural plans
- Valid BC or Alberta driver's licence
- Second language is an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Sales |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Management experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Construction site, Warehouse, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Business Administration, Sales, Marketing |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan |
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Dicks Lumber
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Much More Than Just a Lumberyard It's Where the Builders Buy! "Serving Alberta & British Columbia"
Full company description
Dick's Lumber has been providing Lumber and Building Materials to its customers throughout British Columbia and the world. We’re committed to high quality products and service to support Residential & Commercial Construction, Industrial Applications, Property Management and much more. More than just Lumber, we have everything you need to get it done right. If it’s not in stock, a Dick’s Lumber Sales Professional can special order whatever your project requires.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,970
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 236
- Reported office locations
- 2580 Gilmore Ave, Burnaby, BC V5C 4T5, CA
- 160 Hanes Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7P 2L8, CA
- 12433 80th Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 3A4, CA
- 19550 92 Ave, Surrey, British Columbia V4N 4G7, CA
- 3005 Ogden Rd SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 4N5, CA
- 3111 76 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6P 1T4, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Building Material
- Service Industry
- Other recorded names
- Dick's Lumber & Building Supplies
- Dick's Lumber
- Specialties
- Lumber
- Building Supplies
- Teamwork
- Diversity
- Sales
- Management
- Relationship
- Customer Service
- and Product Knowledge
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Dick's Lumber has been providing Lumber and Building Materials to its customers throughout British Columbia and the world. We’re committed to high quality products and service to support Residential & Commercial Construction, Industrial Applications, Property Management and much more. More than just Lumber, we have everything you need to get it done right. If it’s not in stock, a Dick’s Lumber Sales Professional…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Wholesale Building Materials |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1964 |
| Specialties | LumberBuilding SuppliesTeamworkDiversitySalesManagement RelationshipCustomer Serviceand Product Knowledge |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
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The Finishing Business Development Manager leads growth and strategy for Dick’s Lumber & Building Supplies’ interior finishing categories. This role drives sales, develops customer and supplier relationships, supports branch teams, and delivers solutions that strengthen Dick’s Lumber’s market position.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the vision, strategy, and growth initiatives for finishing product categories.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
- Act as a trusted advisor by providing professional solutions and exceptional customer service.
- Drive sales of existing and new products to achieve business objectives.
- Develop new business opportunities through relationship building and cold calling.
- Support branch teams through product training, coaching, and knowledge sharing.
- Ensure customer needs are met through timely service, follow-up, and issue resolution.
- Address customer concerns and provide effective solutions while maintaining company standards.
- Represent Dick’s Lumber & Building Supplies professionally at all times.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of sales and customer service experience within the finishing materials or construction industry.
- 5+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
- Strong knowledge of construction products, industry trends, and architectural/structural plans.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related field is an asset.
- Proven sales, business development, and cold-calling experience.
- Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent organization, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lead collaboratively and influence teams at all levels.
- Knowledge of a second language is an asset.
Requirements
- Valid BC or Alberta Driver’s License required.
- Full-time career-focused position with travel requirements.
Working Conditions
- Availability required during store hours (Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.), with occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
- Approximately 65% travel is required to support branches and meet with customers/prospects.
- Regular exposure to job sites requires safety equipment, including steel-toe footwear, eye, ear, head protection, and safety vests.
- Exposure to dust, noise, and construction debris.
- Must maintain a professional appearance by wearing Dick’s Lumber branded attire or business professional clothing.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a company pension plan and paid time off. Our program is designed to support employee well-being and provide long-term security.
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