PpJoin to apply for the bBusiness Development Manager (Italy) /b role at bKatoen Natie /b. /p h3General Description /h3 pWorldwide, Katoen Natie combines engineering know-how and the latest automation technologies to offer customized and customer‑centric logistic solutions. With 180 sites in 40 countries and more than 17,000 people, Katoen Natie manages and optimizes the European supply chain for strategic partners across sectors such as Sports, Outdoor Leisure, DIY, Home Kitchen, E‑commerce, Pet Food, Automotive, Aftermarket and Health‑ Personal Care. /p h3Position /h3 pBusiness Development Manager (Italy) /p h3Location /h3 pTortona‑Rivalta Scrivia (IT) /p h3Contract type /h3 pPermanent /p h3Job Description /h3 pTo support our growth plans in Italy, we are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager. The role is responsible for detecting new business opportunities and acquiring new customers, contributing to further growth of the business. /p ul liCo‑define the business development strategy with the Commercial Director. /li liTranslate this strategy into a go‑to‑market plan and implement the necessary sales actions. /li liExpand your network, create awareness, interest and trust by organising direct sales actions (cold calling, prospection) and by being actively present at fairs, seminars and events. /li liCooperate with the tender team to produce a strong value proposition for potential customers. /li liConnect with the C‑level of potential customers, convince them and turn them into new customers. /li liWork closely with the European Business Development colleagues; spend most of your time at Rivalta, Italy, meeting leads, prospects and potential customers. /li /ul h3Your profile /h3 ul liProspecting and networking are your second nature – you are a true hunter who derives satisfaction from initiating conversations and building relationships. /li liYou work independently and can implement the defined go‑to‑market plan. /li liYou focus daily on connecting and following up with leads and prospects to build and maintain a robust sales pipeline. /li liYou have a strong entrepreneurial spirit and can develop relationships at C‑level. /li liYou have a minimum of 5 years of business development experience in a B2B function, ideally within the logistics sector. /li liExcellent communication skills in spoken and written Italian and English. /li liWilling to travel at a frequent base (15‑20%). /li liMaster’s degree. /li /ul h3Required Experience /h3 p5 years /p h3We offer /h3 ul liAttractive position at management level within a successful company where everyone can flourish and have impact. /li liThe possibility to work together with a “best in the industry” international team and sector professionals. /li liA great challenge in a global environment. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr