Sales Manager - Italy - Nutraceutical Ingredients
Location : Italy (Remote)
Salary range : 70-90K / Annum
Responsibilities :
- Develop and execute the annual sales budget for the territory, ensuring achievement of sales volume and revenue targets.
- Provide commercial sales leadership and strategic initiatives for Italy Region and EU, reporting to the Director of Sales.
- Maintain and expand the customer base through regular visits and proactive engagement.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, growing the customer portfolio by acquiring reputable clients and maximizing opportunities with existing customers.
- Monitor sales performance and variances, ensuring alignment with financial and performance objectives.
- Deliver accurate sales forecasts and strategic plans based on data analysis and market trends.
- Develop in-depth knowledge of the company’s product portfolio, including specifications and scientific documentation.
- Handle customer complaints and technical issues, coordinating with the Tech Service team for effective resolution.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to align regional activities with company objectives.
- Work with the accounting team to manage receivables and assist in collections as needed.
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date CRM documentation for all business opportunities, adhering to company policies.
- Prepare and analyze MIS reports, implementing action plans to achieve territory sales targets efficiently.
Requirements
- Education : Bachelor’s degree (B.A., B.S.) required; MBA / PGDM in Sales & Marketing preferred.
- Experience : Minimum 5 years in B2B sales, with strong relationships in the Nutraceutical (Ingredients).
- Technical Skills : Proficient in MS Office, CRM software (HubSpot preferred), and other business tools.
- Core Sales Skills : Expertise in planning, forecasting, negotiation, sales process management, and market mapping.
- Communication : Excellent written and spoken English; Spanish fluency is a plus.
- Interpersonal Skills : Strong customer relationship management and ability to work independently under pressure.
- Compliance : Must pass background checks as required.
- Travel : Willingness to travel (30%) within the Italy and EU for customer meetings.