Aftermarket Sales Area Manager Italy

3 giorni fa

Reggio Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, Italia Dana Tempo pieno

Key Responsabilities

  • Manage the assigned sales territory.
  • Develop and implement a long-term sales strategy aligned with company objectives and growth targets.
  • Acquire new customers and identify new business opportunities.
  • Develop and grow existing key accounts to achieve sales and profitability targets.
  • Expand relationships with major buying groups and strategic customers.
  • Identify, appoint and develop independent distributors.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements in line with company guidelines.
  • Monitor market trends, customer requirements and competitor activities.
  • Prepare sales forecasts and business reviews.
  • Plan and execute trade fairs, exhibitions and industry events, while representing the company at customer meetings and other commercial activities.
  • Collaborate closely with Customer Service, Marketing, Product Management and Supply Chain teams.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering or a related field preferred.

  • Valid driving licence.
  • Fluent Italian, both written and spoken.
  • Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Professional Experience

  • 5+ years of sales experience within the Automotive Independent Aftermarket (IAM).
  • Proven track record in business development and account management.
  • Experience managing distributors, key accounts and buying groups.
  • Strong knowledge of the Italian automotive aftermarket.
  • Demonstrated experience within the Italian automotive aftermarket, including buying groups, distributors and major distribution networks, is strongly preferred.
  • Strong commercial and business development mindset.
  • Proven ability to acquire new customers and grow existing accounts.
  • Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
  • Results-oriented with a focus on profitable growth.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Excellent planning, organizational and time management abilities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Adaptability, cultural awareness and teamwork.
  • Ability to identify market opportunities and translate them into sales growth.

Technical Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with CRM and ERP systems (SAP preferred).

Travel Requirements

  • Frequent travel throughout the assigned territory.
  • Occasional international travel as required.

Salary Package: Up to 60k€

Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.