Direct Sales Executive

About the Role

Alibaba.com is looking for an energetic and motivated Sales Executive to join our growing team in Milan.

This is an entry-level commercial role focused on outbound sales and new client acquisition in the Italian market. We are looking for candidates who are eager to build a career in tech sales, enjoy speaking with clients, and are motivated by targets and performance.

You will work closely with small and medium-sized businesses, helping them discover how Alibaba.com can support their digital growth and international expansion.

1. Responsibilities

● Identify and contact potential clients in the Italian market through outbound sales activities (calls, emails, LinkedIn outreach).

● Build and manage a pipeline of prospective customers.

● Present Alibaba.com solutions to SMEs and explain platform benefits clearly and effectively.

● Achieve monthly sales and activity targets.

● Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Customer Success and Marketing) to ensure accurate understanding and execution of client needs, enhancing satisfaction and retention.

● Keep CRM and sales activities updated accurately.

● Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to strengthen brand presence and expand market reach.

Requirements

● Bachelor's degree or above in Marketing, Business, or a related field,

● 0-2 year of sales experience in experience in sales, business development, or customer-facing roles.

● Good communication and negotiation skills, with a proactive, results-driven attitude.

● Proficiency in Italian and English.

● Team-oriented, self-motivated, open to learn, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment with performance-based targets.