Vice President of Sales - Canada

Role overview

This opportunity is with a global business serving the mining equipment sector that is looking for a senior commercial leader to guide its growth across North America. The position is based in Canada with a hybrid setup and monthly travel to Montreal.

The organization is at an important stage of expansion and is seeking someone who can shape the next phase of growth, strengthen the sales function, and influence long-term commercial direction. There is also a succession path toward executive leadership, with the current President expected to retire within the coming years.

What the role involves

You will report to the executive leadership team and take ownership of the global commercial agenda. The role centers on leading an international sales organization, improving profitability, and building stronger strategic accounts across the mining industry.

You will inherit a solid foundation and be expected to modernize how the commercial team operates, deepen account management, and foster a high-performance, consultative sales culture.

Key responsibilities

• Set and deliver the company’s worldwide commercial strategy.
• Manage and develop an international sales group made up of Regional Directors and Territory Managers.
• Increase revenue from current customers as well as new business opportunities.
• Strengthen partnerships with major mining companies and EPC firms.
• Coach the commercial team toward a consultative, value-focused approach to selling.
• Work closely with product, operations, and executive stakeholders to support long-term growth.
• Contribute to the company’s broader expansion plans over the coming years.

Candidate profile

The ideal candidate is a commercially focused executive with deep knowledge of the mining sector and prior success leading sales teams in a technical OEM environment.

Strong background in mining equipment, mineral processing, or mining technology will be important, along with experience in capital equipment, aftermarket solutions, or engineered products. The company is looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach to winning business and managing complex customer relationships across regions.

English and French language ability would be a strong advantage.

What’s offered

• Executive-level compensation.
• A clear path toward a President-level succession role.
• The chance to influence strategy in a growing international company.
• High autonomy with direct exposure to executive leadership.
• Long-term progression in a business targeting substantial growth over the next five years.

Additional information

This role is a confidential search. Interested candidates should connect directly with the hiring contact provided in the source.