Ph3Managing Director – Italian Business /h3 pbThe Opportunity /b /p pA leading international FMCG group is seeking a bManaging Director /b for its Italian business, a senior country leadership role with full bPL ownership /b and accountability for the overall performance, growth, and strategic direction of the business. /p pThe Italian operation is profitable and strategically important, currently generating approximately b€100m in turnover /b, with a clear ambition to grow to b€150m over the next three years /b. The Managing Director will lead a business of around b160 employees /b, with manufacturing based in bNaples /b, and responsibility across branded retail, private label, and developing HoReCa channels. /p pThis role represents the bsenior-most leadership position in Italy /b, acting as the key interface between the local organisation and international group stakeholders. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liFull ownership of the bItalian PL /b, strategy, and business performance /li liDefine and execute the bcountry growth strategy /b, aligned with group objectives /li liLead, develop, and inspire the Italian leadership team and wider organisation /li liDrive bcommercial, sales, and channel-led growth /b across branded, private label, and HoReCa /li liBuild senior relationships with key customers, partners, and distributors /li liOversee operational and supply chain performance to ensure delivery against commercial commitments /li liAct as the senior representative of the business internally and externally /li /ul h3Candidate Profile /h3 ul liProven experience as a bManaging Director, General Manager, or Country Leader /b within FMCG or food manufacturing /li liStrong bcommercial and sales-led background /b, with demonstrable PL accountability /li liTrack record of leading established, multi-functional teams /li liComfortable operating with autonomy within an international group structure /li liExperience managing bbranded and private label /b portfolios /li libBased in Naples /b or willing to relocate (non-negotiable) /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr