Field Sales & Brand Ambassador - Greater Bologna

Edgard & Cooper; Milano; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

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A leading pet food company is seeking a Field Sales & Brand Ambassador in Bologna to connect with retail partners, enhance the brand presence, and drive sales. You will leverage your relationship-building skills while engaging store owners and managing local promotions. The ideal candidate is passionate about pets, has experience in sales or account management, and is native in Italian with fluency in English. Attractive perks including a company car and performance bonuses are offered.

Servizi

Fixed salary + performance bonus

Company car & fuel card

Permanent Full-Time contract

Unlimited Pet food for pets

Gym membership

Learning opportunities in an international environment

Competenze

• 1 year experience in field sales or account management.
• Passion for connecting with people.
• Fluent in English and native Italian.
• Must have a driving license and be based near Bologna.

Mansioni

• Hunt for new pet shops to partner with.
• Convince store owners to join us.
• Transform stores into Edgard & Cooper hotspots.
• Train shop teams about our products.
• Run fun local events and bring campaigns to life.

Conoscenze

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Tech-friendly

Strumenti

MS Office

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Overview

Field Sales & Brand Ambassador - Bologna

Italy Greater Bologna Region

Our mission

In 2016 our founders wanted to feed their dogs — Edgard & Cooper — pet food they could feel good about. The kind of food that was as good for the planet as it was for their pets. Our pack has grown to 200 employees and we are part of the B Corp movement.

What type of breed are we looking for? Do you believe pets deserve better food and love turning that belief into action? We’re looking for a natural-born connector to grow Edgard & Coopers presence in Bologna. As our Field Sales & Brand Ambassador you’ll be the bridge between our brand and the shops that share our values.

You’ll mix relationship-building with strategic hustle: nurturing existing retail partnerships, solving problems before they arise, and ensuring every partner feels supported. You’ll also scout exciting new locations and use your charm and know-how to show store owners why our products belong on their shelves. Whether it’s coaching staff, planning local promotions, or simply being the friendly face of our brand, you’ll turn retail spaces into pet nutrition hotspots.

If you’re energized by connecting with others, enjoy tangible results, and maybe sneak a treat to the shop’s resident dog, this could be your perfect match.

What will be in your bowl

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new pet shops & stores to partner with Edgard & Cooper — find the best spots in your region
• Convince store owners to join us and show them why pets (and their humans) will love our natural food
• Transform stores into Edgard & Cooper hotspots: set up eye-catching displays, run tastings, and launch local promotions
• Train shop teams — teach them all about our products so they sell with confidence
• Share local happenings: inform us about competitors, customer feedback, and ideas for the region
• Run fun local events and bring national campaigns to life in your area (e.g., pet parties, sampling days)
• Be the face of Edgard & Cooper: chat with store staff and pet parents, and build relationships
• Track wins and report which activities drive sales and where there is room for improvement

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in field sales, account management, or a similar role with demonstrated relationship-building and results
• A passion for connecting with people; comfortable talking with store owners and sharing our story
• Natural storyteller; makes our mission and products irresistible (Italian native, English fluent)
• Negotiation skills to find win-win partnerships
• Organized & proactive; you manage your territory, time, and targets with focus
• Problem-solving mindset; you address challenges proactively
• Tech-friendly; MS Office (especially Excel) is part of your toolkit
• Must-haves: Driving license; based near Bologna; you know the local landscape

For this position only candidates with the right to work in their location will be considered and visa sponsorship is not available.

Not sure if you tick all the boxes but our role truly excites you? Don’t let our job description hold you back — apply!

We require a colleague that speaks and understands an average level of English. This is important for internal communication only.

Benefits

• Fixed salary + bonus based on performance
• Company car & fuel card
• Permanent Full-Time contract
• Certified B Corp Employer with supportive policies and practices
• Company retreats to meet in person
• Unlimited Pet food for your furry friend while you are with us
• Volunteering Day to contribute to a cause we believe in
• Wellbeing program with access to qualified counselling
• Gym membership
• Learning opportunities in a truly international environment with responsibility and guidance

Hiring Process

• HR video-call (30 mins)
• Sales Lead Italy video-call (30 mins)
• Case Study with the Sales Lead Italy & the Marketing Lead Italy
• Meeting with the Sales Lead Italy (1 hour)
• Sales Lead Europe video-call (30 mins)

Ideal start date: What are your plans tomorrow

Equal opportunities

We believe the strength of a Pack comes from its diversity. We strive to create an environment where every person feels valued and empowered. So no matter who you are, where you come from, what you believe in, or what your dreams are, we welcome you and look forward to receiving your application.

Were looking forward to hearing from you.

No agencies, recruiters, or outsourcing companies.

Only applications submitted in English will be considered.