Sales Manager Italy

Join a dynamic multinational company in the primary sector as we seek an enthusiastic Sales Manager to drive our client sales efforts forward!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the existing customer portfolio, ensuring strong and lasting client relationships
• Oversee the full lifecycle of customer accounts, with support from the customer service team
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the company's market presence
• Prepare and analyze sales reports and forecasts, leveraging advanced Excel functionalities (including pivot tables)
• Regularly visit clients across Italy, optimizing weekly travel schedules to maximize efficiency
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing exceptional service and addressing their needs effectively
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to inform sales strategies and decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in B2B sales, preferably within the commodities
• Native Italian. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in German is preferred
• Great knowledge of the Office Automation package (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Word).  Proficiency in Excel: including the ability to create and analyze pivot tables and manage detailed reports.

Must be a very positive person. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Result-oriented with a proactive approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Autonomous: excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Self-starter with the ability to independently organize and manage schedules.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer-focused mindset.

Benefits

• Car, Laptop, Mobile
• MBO 20%