Area Sales Manager – North-East Italy

🕒 May 7

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KNIPEX

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1882

For over 140 years and four generations, we have been working passionately on being the best manufacturer of pliers for our customers and users – with a clear focus, high demands and a constant flow of new ideas. Throughout the world, our brand enjoys a great deal of trust, and we aim to consistently meet and rebuild this.

📋 Description

• Drive sales development within your assigned district, reporting directly to the International Sales Manager based in Germany • Support existing customers through sales and product training, regular visits, merchandising support, and technical product expertise • Increase brand and product visibility at trade shows, with specialist dealers and similar retailers • Identify and acquire new customers across various market segments (e.g., electrical installation, construction, automotive, sanitary/plumbing) • Conduct joint calls with customers’ sales teams, including end-user visits and product demonstrations/trainings • Analyze market, customer, and competitor data in the region • Be "on the road" 3–4 days per week with 1–2 days working from home

🎯 Requirements

• University degree or comparable commercial qualification, ideally with a focus on marketing and sales • At least three years of professional experience in sales, preferably with technical products or tools • Proven track record in building relationships with distributors and end customers • Experience with digital sales, marketing tools, and social media • Strong presentation and communication skills • Structured, solution-oriented and proactive working style • Fluent in English

🏖️ Benefits

• Health care • Retirement plan • Flexible working hours • Professional development