Area Sales Manager, Italy

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Position: Area Sales Manager, Italy - DE - Remote Office

Location: Remote (Home Office) in South Germany

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to develop new and existing business within Italy. The ideal candidate will have a background in field sales, be confident in face-to-face customer interactions, and possess knowledge of tools or electrical sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve monthly and annual sales targets to increase revenue and growth.
• Develop the Distribution Channel for Cleco / Apex in Italy, including:
• Presenting products and solutions to customers and prospects in Italy.
• Managing and evaluating existing distributor relationships.
• Identifying and onboarding new distributors, negotiating contracts.
• Focusing the distributor network on vertical markets and differentiated products.
• Developing and managing new customer relationships to meet sales goals.
• Handling quotations, negotiations, and order processing.
• Conducting active market research and monitoring competition and trends.

Critical Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 8+ years of sales experience in the industry, with a background in power tools or electrical products.
• Experience managing international distributor networks in Italy.
• Proven sales success as an Area Sales Manager.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% within Italy and internationally.
• Fluent in Italian and English; German is advantageous.
• Residing in South Germany with eligibility to work in Germany.

What We Offer:

• 30 days of vacation.
• International work environment.
• Employee benefits and corporate offers.
• Bike leasing options.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• Attractive bonus system.
• Company car with private use.

Application Instructions:

Please apply with an English CV.

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