Business Development Manager - Italy, Verona Client: Location: Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 705325110659121152033715 Job Views: 8 Posted: 28.06.2025 Expiry Date: 12.08.2025 Job Description: Are you interested in further expanding our lighting business as a “Business Development Manager”? We are looking for a driven, experienced, and dedicated Business Development Manager with a desire to succeed! Who are you? Member of the local Opple Europe team Direct report to the Country Manager Italy Works closely with the agencies in the region Your profile: Lighting knowledge Technical and commercial skills Well-balanced tactical and operational skills Customer-focused with a passion for excellent customer service Practical, hands-on mentality Clear verbal communication, including empathy and conciseness Persuasive sales skills and ability to influence Experience with Salesforce (preferred) Experience with basic Microsoft programs like Excel and Word Fluent in English and Italian Personal Attributes: Result-oriented with a determination to over-achieve Polished, analytical, and engaging with excellent interpersonal skills Hunter mentality Energetic and enthusiastic Determined and a self-starter High energy levels Ability to execute Your responsibilities: Execute the commercial policy for the professional lighting channel Build coverage in the assigned region, supporting and monitoring agencies Develop a business case with the Country Manager and Head of Sales for regional expansion Find and develop new customers (installers, contractors, end users) Develop new projects and report in Salesforce Conduct trainings for agencies and customers in Italy Promote the BLE system, working closely with agencies and HQ Gather and analyze market information and communicate with the marketing team Meet targets and budgets Manage internal relationships across channels and departments Who are we? We are a leading global lighting company active in over 70 countries. We are always looking for new talents! Join our energetic team and help us reach our goals in a passionate, fast-growing environment. We offer a full-time position in our European team. Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for this vacancy, you may need a work permit. For more information, check our blog. Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying. All applications must be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. J-18808-Ljbffr