Design & Architecture Sales Lead

COSENTINO; Milano; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosentino Italy seeks a Commercial & Design Sales Manager to drive growth in the Architecture & Design segment. You will generate specifications from architects, designers and specifiers and nurture new project opportunities with key accounts across the region, combining design passion with strong commercial acumen.

The role requires a hunter mindset, self-driven attitude and ability to manage multiple projects, with fluent Italian and English preferred.

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years in a B2B sales or business development role.
• Experience working with architects, designers, developers or the building materials industry is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Develop short and long-term sales plans to increase specifications and sales among architectural firms, designers, developers, corporate accounts and property owners.
• Identify and develop new project opportunities through strategic relationships with architects, interior designers, developers and building owners.
• Promote Cosentino solutions through presentations, events and product demonstrations.
• Execute sales plans aligned with business objectives and customer timelines.
• Manage customer relationships, specifications and project pipelines through Salesforce CRM.
• Drive the growth of Cosentino surfacing solutions, including worktops, flooring, wall cladding and façade applications.
• Represent Cosentino within the local architecture and design community through networking and industry events.
• Coordinate project activities and ensure timely communication between all stakeholders.
• Manage sales budgets and expenses while delivering business growth targets.
• Support regional and corporate account initiatives when required.

Skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Autonomy

Project management

CRM experience

Sales strategy

Fluent Italian

English knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Cosentino Italy seeks a Commercial & Design Sales Manager to drive growth in the Architecture & Design segment. You will generate specifications from architects, designers and specifiers and nurture new project opportunities with key accounts across the region, combining design passion with strong commercial acumen.

The role requires a hunter mindset, self-driven attitude and ability to manage multiple projects, with fluent Italian and English preferred.