Trade Development Manager – relocation to India

Trade Development Manager – Italy & India Desk

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Location:

Florence, Italy (HQ Onboarding); Mumbai, India (Relocation)
Department:

Country Sales & Business Development
Reporting To:

Managing Director, India
Contract Type:

Full-time, Multi-year International Assignment
About the Role

The role will drive strategic business growth along the Italy/EU–India trade corridor. Following a structured 3-month onboarding program at our Global HQ in Florence, Italy, you will relocate to Mumbai to support our country commercial dpt, managing a portfolio of Italian, Indian, and international accounts.
Key Responsibilities

Trade Lane Strategy:

Execute growth strategies for Air & Ocean Freight along the Italy/EU–India route, leveraging Italian business fluency to connect HQ accounts with Indian operations.
End-to-End Sales Execution:

Lead prospecting, solution design, proposal development, and contract negotiation in coordination with global Pricing and Operations teams.
Account Management:

Drive client retention, unlock cross-selling opportunities across multi-modal logistics, and resolve operational escalations with local ground teams.
Market Intelligence & Pipeline:

Track trade lane carrier capacity, freight rate volatility, and competitor moves while maintaining pipeline accuracy within CRM.
Onboarding & Relocation Structure

Phase 1: HQ Onboarding (Months 1–3 | WW HQs Florence, Italy)
Immersive training covering company operational frameworks, global trade lane architecture, carrier network integration, and alignment with HQ stakeholders.
On-site deployment to manage active field sales, establish client presence, and direct commercial execution across the region.
Candidate Profile

Experience:

2–4 years in freight forwarding, international logistics, or B2B supply chain sales.
Languages:

Full professional fluency in Italian and English (required).
Technical Knowledge:

Solid grasp of Air & Ocean freight mechanics, Incoterms 2020, and multi-modal logistics pricing structures.
Mobility:

Willingness to relocate to India for a full multi-year assignment. Full employment visa sponsorship is provided.
What We Offer

Compensation:

Competitive base salary plus a commission structure based on trade lane profitability.
Relocation Package:

Comprehensive support including airfare, temporary housing in Mumbai upon arrival, assignment allowances, and corporate visa sponsorship. xbvzest
Global Career Mobility:

Structured path for future international leadership assignments within our global network.