About Xylem
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
The role
The Business Development Specialist is responsible for identifying opportunities for business growth, optimizing marketing strategies, and contributing to the company’s long‑term success. This role involves analyzing business processes and finances, implementing business plans, and establishing effective networks.
Responsibilities
* Analyzing Business Operations: Evaluate and expand business operations to drive sustained growth.
* Revenue Monitoring: Monitor revenue streams and identify opportunities to increase profitability.
* Sales and Marketing Strategy: Evaluate and improve sales, marketing, and branding strategies.
* Market Analysis: Perform competitor analysis to gain increased market share and develop new lines of business based on consumer behavior.
* Client Relationships: Develop client relationships and strengthen industry partnerships.
* Business Negotiations: Negotiate and close business deals that promote sustained revenue.
Qualifications
* A bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field with at least 7 years of experience, or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.
* Previous experience as a Business Development Specialist in a related industry.
* Proficiency in integrated business management and CRM software such as Salesforce.
* Advanced knowledge of business development, marketing strategies, and brand expansion.
* Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
* Proficiency both in Italian and English is required.
Preferred Qualifications
* Innovation: Propose creative solutions.
* Proficiency in data analysis tools and software is also beneficial.
* Planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
* Effectively manage improvement projects throughout the project life cycle, ensuring strategic alignment and deliverable focus.
Travel
75% of the time across the country, especially the northern part of Italy.
Contract
Full‑time Permanent
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re‑use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
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