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Sales Manager-Engagement Management 

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Location: Regina or Saskatoon, SK  
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary: $86,109 - $114,811 (Based on education and experience)  
Type of Position: Permanent Full Time  
Closing Date: 05/08/2026 

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GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
Accountable to provide leadership, direction, and project management expertise in managing complex sales engagements. Manages the end-to-end engagement management process to submit high quality, competitive, financially sound, timely proposals and statements of work to our customers by interfacing effectively with SaskTel clients as well as internal SaskTel sales teams and stakeholders. Accountable for developing and implementing win strategies, facilitating key meetings, and driving continuous improvement of Engagement Management processes. Identifies opportunities for alternative win strategies including leveraging strategic partnerships. Contributes to organizational initiatives and special projects as assigned. Prioritizes engagement opportunities to ensure optimal staff assignment. Responsible to manage bid writing staff.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Accountable for leading the end-to-end engagement management process including project managing development of customer-facing documents such  as proposals, RFx responses, and statements of work.
2. Accountable for assisting in generating new revenue and maintaining revenue base in an increasingly competitive environment through the development and implementation of win strategies, facilitating key meetings, and driving continuous improvement of Engagement Management processes.
3. Uses project management skills to effectively manage and co-ordinate resources and activities required for successful engagement responses and implementation including determining project outlines, timelines, and designating responsibilities/assigning action items to cross-functional team members and subject matter experts (both internal and external).
4. Leads opportunity qualification activity. Identifies, defines and gains corporate agreement on pre- qualification criteria.
5. Develops the engagement approach/strategy/delivery/partnership model.
6. Works with the SaskTel legal department and appropriate account teams to develop, negotiate and implement client contracts.
7. Works with and advises bid response team on creating sound bid response strategies.
8. Maintains high levels of knowledge and expertise regarding SaskTel customers, industries, outsourcing, managed services and information technology as well as SaskTel internal processes and procedures.
9. Accountable for the development of bid management operating plans and operational metrics.
10.Maximizes engagement management performance. Organizes and directs bid writer work.
11.Develops professional business relationships, maintains a presence in the community, and brings stability and credibility to the bid process.
12.Contributes to other organizational initiatives as required, such as IP&A activities, special projects/programs, Board of Directors material creation, SaaS implementation management (Qvidian), etc.

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Degree in in a related discipline (Business Administration/Commerce, Engineering, English, Journalism, Communication) or an equivalent combination of education and experienced in a related field.
2. 3 years of experience in project management leadership or equivalent. Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects with constraints of budget, timelines, and resources.
3. Successful completion of project management certification (CAPM, PMP)  or proposal management (APMP) certification is preferred.
4. Excellent knowledge of SaskTel business products and services.
5. Knowledge of competitive industry and technologies.
6. Must practice and display a high level of commitment to the support and development of employees.
7. Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to influence and negotiate with all levels of the company to achieve results.
8. Excellent written and oral communication skills to convey information clearly, concisely and logically.
9. Ability to affect change from a position of earned credibility without positional authority.
10.Demonstrated knowledge of project management standards, methodologies and related practices. E.g. Project Management Institute’s (PMI) PMBOK, PRINCE2, and Prosci Change Management.

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LEADERSHIP ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Builds and leads a high performing workforce by demonstrating the characteristics of a great leader at SaskTel:  Inspries Trust, Brings Passion & Energy, Sees the Big Picture, and Drives Results.   
• Fosters employee engagement and purposefully reinforces and role models SaskTel’s corporate culture: Think Big (Innovation and Courage), Make a Difference (Commitment and Community), Focus on Experiences (Simplicity and Agility), and working as OneSaskTel Team. 
• Provides clear leadership and oversight of all people-related activities, fostering a fair, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. Leads talent acquisition, development, and retention through effective coaching, feedback, and communication, while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and the collective bargaining agreement. 
• Organizes and directs work including prioritizing assignments, establishing objectives, providing regular performance feedback, and taking necessary corrective action as may be required.    
• Ensures all relevant policies are understood and complied with, including but not limited to safety, health, environmental, Code of Business Conduct, privacy, cybersecurity, AI usage/utilization, and authorization and signing authorities.   
• Oversees financial activities within area of responsibility. Creates and/or monitors annual operating and capital budgets, keeping tabs on budget adherence, and taking necessary actions to address budget variances. 
• Responsible for negotiation, execution and/or enforcement of contracts for obtaining goods and services related to the area of responsibility. 
• Accountable for proactively identifying, inspiring, and acting on opportunities to innovate and drive process improvements, develop growth initiatives, and improve revenue and/or reduce costs. Driving valuable customer experiences and employee engagement, improving sustainability, and demonstrates commitment to the communities that we serve. 

This is an on-site position located at the location(s) above. The successful candidate must be located within the province of Saskatchewan. Out of province/country candidates must be willing to relocate. Flexible work opportunities, in province, may be available.

At SaskTel, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve. We strive to create an environment where all employees feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives, driving innovation and creativity, while advancing our efforts as Saskatchewan’s leading Information and Communications Technology provider.

As one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, we offer rewarding work, competitive salaries, comprehensive health and dental plans, pension plans, flexible work arrangements, paid time off, training & more! For more information on our benefits please click here: SaskTel’s Benefits.

We value diversity as a key aspect of our culture. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates to participate fully in the recruitment process. If you need any accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact us confidentially at talent.acquisition@sasktel.com.