Vice President of Sales

CLM Search; Torino; In loco; EUR 150.000 - 200.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading executive search firm is seeking a Vice President, KAM, in Turin, Italy. This executive role focuses on driving commercial strategy and growth within the automotive industry. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in leadership roles, strong commercial acumen, and fluency in English and Italian. Join a dynamic team to shape market strategy and enhance customer engagement across a diverse portfolio of brands.

Competenze

• Proven experience leading sales operations in multinational environments.
• Record of driving top-line growth and margin improvement.
• Exceptional strategic and analytical skills.

Mansioni

• Provide strategic leadership for sales operations across European markets.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Sales Directors.
• Drive commercial excellence with data-driven decision-making.
• Foster innovation and accountability across diverse teams.

Conoscenze

Executive experience in sales operations

Commercial acumen

Understanding of retail network development

Fluency in English and Italian

Cross-cultural communication skills

Strategic and analytical mindset

Descrizione del lavoro

Job title : Vice President, KAM - Stellantis

Location : Turin, Italy

About the Client and Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Vice President, KAM - Stellantis, to lead the commercial strategy and drive growth across Stellantis.

This is a pivotal executive leadership role offering the opportunity to shape regional market strategy, strengthen customer engagement, and deliver sustainable, profitable growth across a diverse portfolio of brands. The position is based in Turin, Italy, with regular engagement with global headquarters and regional leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for sales operations across multiple European markets, aligning regional goals with global business objectives.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team of Sales Directors and Managers.
• Drive commercial excellence through data-driven decision-making, optimized channel strategies, and best-in-class retail execution.
• Partner closely with Marketing, Finance, and Product teams to deliver revenue growth and superior customer experience.
• Lead transformation initiatives focused on digitalization, mobility, and sustainability.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration across diverse geographies and teams.
• Represent the region within the global executive leadership team, ensuring alignment, transparency, and operational integrity.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven executive experience leading sales operations in a multinational environment, ideally within automotive, industrial, or technology sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with a record of driving top-line growth and margin improvement.
• Deep understanding of retail network development, channel management, and evolving mobility trends.
• Fluent in English and Italian; additional European languages are an asset.
• Inspirational leader with exceptional cross-cultural communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic, analytical, and results-driven, with high integrity and executive presence.

About CLM

At CLM, we specialise in executive search across manufacturing, energy, and technology. With decades of international experience building leadership teams, we’re committed to delivering a search experience that puts people first – for both our candidates and our clients.

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