Business Consultant

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long‑established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together. Actively contributes to the execution of the sales, expense and profitability targets established by the BU‑ASC Vehicle Refinishes within the assigned sales area by delivering to the marketplace the business support directed at the increase of the customers’ profitability. Key Accountabilities Analyzes the local market(ing) potential and the business objectives of the assigned customers. Conducts the reviews of the customer’s business operations model, financials and the available resources. Advises the customer on how to efficiently make the use of owned resources and actively assists in the design as well as implementation of the bodyshop business / marketing plans. Regularly monitors the performance of the bodyshop against the agreed objectives and periodically provides recommendations targeted at the elimination of the observed deficiencies. Systematically monitors business results being achieved by the customers covered by the supervision and develops ideas targeted at the increase of their profitability. Delivers the applicable tools supporting the business operations to the assigned customers. Synchronizes own actions’ schedule with relevant representatives of the field force. Systematically updates the customers’ databases with valid, accurate and complete customer‑related information. Collects and reports on the customer feedback / information regarding the market situation. Proactively informs about the opportunities for the improvement of the business services assortment. Assists in the design and assessment of the new business services. Provides operational assistance in the Acoat Selected network development (including, helping in achieving adequate number of memberships, optimum geographical coverage, quality level, etc.). Gets familiar with all the applicable corporate as well as site policies/procedures regarding personal conduct/HS&E standards and acts in compliance with all their regulations. Requirements Diploma or Bachelor in Business Management/Process Engineering (Green Belt is an advantage) In depth knowledge of the Automotive market At least 3 years of experience in paints Vehicles Refinishes or other manufacturing business or vehicle repairs market Technical knowledge of coatings Good knowledge MS Office (word, Excel, Sap) and CRM Good knowledge of Autocad or EC Design or similar Strong results orientation Good team worker Analytical approach to problem solving Willing to travel 4 days a week the candidate live in Lombardia or Veneto region Basic knowledge relating to health and safety matters under the current Italian legislation At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr