Sales Director, Italy & Greece

Symrise AG; Milano; In loco; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company is looking for a dynamic Sales Director to spearhead business development in Italy and Greece. The role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in sales management and team development within the food and beverage sector. If you're passionate about driving revenue growth and making a significant impact in key markets, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Competenze

• Proven experience in senior sales leadership, ideally in a multinational setting.
• Strong market knowledge of Italy and Greece, especially in the food industry.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a focus on team development.

Mansioni

• Drive business development in Italy and Greece, expanding market presence.
• Monitor and optimize revenue and profitability.
• Lead and mentor the sales team for excellence in account management.

Conoscenze

Sales Management

Market Development

Team Leadership

Pricing Strategy

Revenue Management

Language Proficiency in English and Italian

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About Us

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients, as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry, and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.

With sales of around €5.0 billion in the 2024 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the USA, and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that are essential in daily life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are closely linked.

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Your Role

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Director to lead our business development efforts across Italy and Greece. This strategic role is responsible for driving revenue growth, optimizing profitability, and executing our sales strategy effectively in these key markets. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with proven experience in sales management, pricing strategies, and team development.

• Market Development: Drive initiatives in Italy and Greece to identify new opportunities and expand market presence.
• Revenue & Profitability Management: Monitor and manage revenue, gross profitability, and profit contribution to meet or exceed targets.
• Performance Monitoring: Track monthly sales and gross profit performance; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Pricing Strategy: Own and align pricing strategies with business units, product teams, pricing managers, and Business Planning Partners (BPPs).
• Team Leadership: Coach, mentor, and develop sales teams, including account managers and support staff, to ensure excellence in key account management.
• Strategic Contribution: Provide market-specific insights and defend local business needs to contribute to regional strategy.

About You

• Proven experience in senior sales leadership, preferably within a multinational or matrix organization.
• Strong understanding of the Italian and Greek markets, including cultural and business nuances.
• Experience in the savoury products sector is highly desirable, especially in managing key accounts and developing market strategies within the food industry.
• Experience managing all aspects of financial performance, including revenues, costs, and profitability.
• Exceptional leadership and people development skills.
• Fluent in English and Italian; Greek language skills are a plus.
• Willingness to travel frequently across both countries.

Our Offer

Join our open and transparent culture, which offers opportunities to flourish and develop inspiring experiences contributing to the health and well-being of consumers worldwide. Our focus on employees fuels our strong growth and makes us an excellent place for career development.

Come join us on a fascinating journey with Symrise.

If you meet the above criteria, please apply through our online system. Your application will be treated confidentially.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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