Intern – Business Growth and Development, French-speaking

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Identify, evaluate, and assist in outreach to new business opportunities within the retail, design, and e-commerce sectors.

• Aid in the development and upkeep of a targeted accounts portfolio.

• Facilitate outreach efforts through email, LinkedIn, and phone communications.

• Perform research on target markets, competitors, and potential customers.

• Create and manage account lists and market analysis maps.

• Spot trends and opportunities within the furniture and home décor industry.

• Assist in interactions with both current and prospective customers.

• Help prepare presentations and product sell sheets.

• Contribute to the coordination of account follow-ups and onboarding processes.

• Work collaboratively with the Business Development, Sales, and Marketing teams.

• Facilitate internal communications regarding new opportunities and account activities.

• Travel to High Point Market to meet with customers and represent Mercana.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree program for business administration, marketing, or a related area.

• Strong enthusiasm for business development, sales, or entrepreneurship.

• Outgoing, self-assured, and comfortable in engaging with new individuals.

• Highly driven, organized, and proactive in approach.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Bilingual proficiency is essential: fluent in both French and English, in spoken and written forms.

• French language skills are necessary to serve customers based in Quebec.

• English language proficiency is required for collaboration with teams in British Columbia and Virginia, as well as to represent Mercana to English-speaking clients.

• Capable of communicating professionally in French.

🏝️ Benefits

• Practical experience in building a sales portfolio, exploring new markets, and engaging directly with customers.

• Involvement in the High Point Market held in North Carolina.

• Opportunities for in-person customer meetings and representing Mercana on the trade show floor.

• Part-time position available for the fall term.