Business Development Manager - Defence & Government

About Taiga

Taiga is a Canadian company reinventing powersports with high-performance electric vehicles built for extraordinary environments. Built on a clean-sheet platform, our vehicles deliver industry-leading power-to-weight performance, advanced thermal systems, and connected technology. From premier ski resorts to pristine waterways, our snowmobiles and personal watercraft enable outdoor adventure without compromising the places they operate in.

Role Overview

The Business Development Manager leads Taiga’s strategy and sales across government, military, public sector, NGO, and first responder markets. The role focuses on identifying and converting opportunities where electric powersports and marine vehicles deliver operational advantages, while managing relationships and government procurement processes in collaboration with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute a structured government sales strategy aligned with Taiga’s global commercial objectives

Identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities within military, defense, public agencies, municipalities, NGOs, and first responder organizations

Build and maintain long-term relationships with key decision-makers, procurement officers, and program managers

Represent Taiga in institutional sales discussions, demonstrations, and formal presentations

Lead the full sales cycle for government opportunities

Coordinate cross-functional internal resources to ensure compliant, competitive, and technically accurate submissions

Maintain structured pipeline visibility and forecasting for institutional sales

Evaluate and develop strategic partnerships with defense contractors, system integrators, and local government distributors where appropriate

Support channel partners in navigating government procurement processes

Collaborate with Regional Sales Managers to align government initiatives within assigned territories

Monitor regulatory, funding, and procurement trends impacting electrification within public sector fleets

Identify grant programs, environmental incentives, and sustainability initiatives supporting electric adoption

Provide structured feedback to leadership on product adaptations, certifications, and compliance requirements

Coordinate and support field demonstrations and trade events

Work with Aftersales and technical teams to ensure operational readiness and training where required

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 5+ years of experience in government, military, or institutional sales and business development

Proven experience managing public sector procurement processes and formal RFP responses

Established network within military, government agencies, NGOs, or first responder organizations

Strong understanding of government contracting frameworks and compliance requirements

Experience selling vehicles, equipment, defense-related systems, or public safety solutions preferred

Excellent presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to operate independently while coordinating across a matrix organization

Structured, disciplined approach to pipeline management and reporting

Passion for innovation, sustainability, and mission-driven solutions

Taiga values diversity in hiring and in its workforce, and welcomes applications from people with diverse backgrounds, education and experience. We recognize that there are many barriers to equal access to employment and career development opportunities, and we strive to hire groups that are under-represented in the technology industry. Diversity at Taiga means fostering a workplace where differences are valued for the contributions they make to our great team.

Thank you for your interest in TAIGA. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information about Taiga, visit www.taigamotors.com