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NovaXpress Courier Services Dartmouth, NS Full-Time | National Scope | Executive RoleAbout NovaXpress Courier ServicesNovaXpress Courier Services, based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is a premier provider of express logistics and transportation solutions across Atlantic Canada. As we embark on a national and cross-border growth strategy through strong foundation of operational excellence, customer loyalty, and innovation; we are seeking a visionary Director, Business Development Trucking to lead our expansion efforts, secure strategic partnerships, and position NovaXpress as a preferred partner for B2B trucking solutions nationwide.Role OverviewAs Director, Business Development Trucking, you will play a pivotal leadership role. Reporting directly to the Executive Leadership Team, you will be responsible for originating and closing high-value opportunities, building a strong pipeline of national accounts, and aligning growth initiatives with corporate objectives. You will act as a market-maker, leveraging industry insights, operational acumen, and relationship capital to drive transformational growth.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Market DevelopmentDefine and execute a comprehensive national business development strategy.Identify and prioritize growth opportunities across key industries.Expand NovaXpress footprint beyond Atlantic Canada into targeted new markets.Executive Client EngagementCultivate and secure strategic partnerships with senior executives and procurement leaders.Serve as a trusted advisor to major clients, aligning NovaXpress services to their evolving supply chain needs.Represent NovaXpress at industry forums and executive-level events.Leadership and CollaborationCollaborate with internal teams (Operations, Finance, Marketing) to ensure client needs are fully met.Influence service innovation and operational strategies based on client insights.Actively contribute to corporate strategy development.Commercial Growth ExecutionMeet and exceed revenue, margin, and market share targets.Develop go-to-market plans, pricing strategies, and commercial models for new services.Implement robust reporting and pipeline management processes.Ideal Candidate ProfileExperience: 10+ years in business development, strategic sales, or commercial leadership within trucking, logistics, or freight sectors.Track Record: Demonstrated success winning large-scale, complex B2B contracts.Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of Canadian trucking markets and regulations.Leadership: Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills.Strategic Thinking: Ability to align initiatives with broader business strategies.Education: Bachelors degree required; MBA preferred.Mobility: Willingness to travel nationally as needed.What We OfferExecutive leadership role with national influence.Competitive compensation structure, including performance incentives.Comprehensive health and benefits package.Hybrid work model with strong ties to our Dartmouth headquarters.A culture focused on innovation, operational excellence, and empowering leadership. If you are a strategic leader ready to architect national growth and drive enduring success, we welcome your application to NovaXpress Courier Services