Overview
ADM is looking for a Senior Sales Manager to lead our Semi-Commodity Business Unit in Italy. This is a key leadership role in a highly strategic market, offering autonomy, visibility, and impact within the organization. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening ADM’s presence by protecting and expanding our client base, fostering sustainable growth, and shaping a long-term sales strategy.
Responsibilities
Sales & Account Management
- Lead Semi-Commodity sales activities, including managing and supporting key accounts.
- Unlock the potential of existing Animal Nutrition business lines while driving new growth opportunities.
- Manage sales activities with current and prospective customers.
- Build and sustain long-term, trust-based relationships with all stakeholders.
Strategy & Business Development
- Define and implement a 5-year strategy, aligned with organizational goals and leadership direction.
- Develop and execute innovative sales and marketing strategies within Italy and across EMEA.
- Identify and cultivate new business and partnership opportunities.
- Collaborate with ADM business units across EMEA (GT, FAI Premix, HN) to strengthen synergies and accelerate growth.
Financial & Operational Leadership
- Assume full P&L and risk management responsibility in line with company guidelines.
- Prepare and oversee sales plans and budgets consistent with the 5-year plan.
- Provide regular reporting, analytics, and insights to improve sales efficiency.
- Lead data collection and analysis for trade flows, competitor profiles, and industry reporting.
Team & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build and develop high-performing support functions locally and within ADM.
Foster collaboration with technical, HR, administrative, production, supply chain, and logistics teams.
Encourage a culture of cooperation, respect, and continuous learning.
Market Insights & Innovation
- Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and evolving customer needs.
- Use market insights to refine strategy and drive business development.
Skills & Competencies
- Fluency in Italian and English (French is a plus).
- Strong organizational and time management skills; able to work independently and under pressure.
- Proactive, enthusiastic, and results-oriented.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong customer orientation and digital/technology proficiency.
- Collaborative mindset, with the ability to build and maintain inclusive, positive relationships.
- Proven project management and influencing skills.
- Reliability, adaptability, and resilience.
Education & Experience
- Degree in Animal Science and/or Business Administration.
- At least 3 years of commercial and leadership experience in B2B Animal Nutrition & Feed, or B2B Food & Ingredients.
- Demonstrated success in growing and managing a sales portfolio.
- Proven record of increasing revenue through strategic sales initiatives.
- Experience in P&L management and strategic decision-making.
- Established network and market knowledge within Animal Feed and Nutrition.
Functional Relationships
- Technical Departments
- Human Resources & Administrative Departments
- Production Departments
- Supply Chain & Logistics Managers
Req/Job ID
98139BR
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