Job Description
Role Summary
Expand Market Reach for Membrane Technologies - Drive Regional Growth in Italy
As Sales Manager (m/f/d) for Italy within our Membrane Solutions business unit, you will be responsible for managing and expanding sales across the Italian market. You will identify business opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and position MANN+HUMMEL as a leading provider of membrane-based water treatment solutions. Working closely with regional sales teams, product management, and technical experts, you will help drive sustainable growth in one of our most promising and future-oriented segments.
Your Tasks
1. Develop new business and strengthen existing customer relationships in Italy
2. Understand customer applications and recommend optimal membrane solutions
3. Contribute to country-specific sales strategies and support local marketing initiatives
4. Manage product certifications, technical documentation, and approval processes with clients and consultants
5. Analyze market trends and competitor activities to define pricing and positioning approaches
6. Oversee day-to-day sales operations including quotations, order tracking, invoicing and customer service
7. Conduct product trainings, workshops, and represent MANN+HUMMEL at trade fairs and industry events
8. Collaborate with Product Management and Technical Teams on pilot projects and solution development
9. Act as the central contact for the Italien market while coordinating closely with European colleagues
Your Profile
10. Education: Technical degree in Environmental or Process Engineering, Business Administration, or al related field
11. Professional Experience: At least 5 years of experience in B2B technical sales, preferably in the water treatment or membrane filtration sector
12. Expertise:Solid understanding of membrane technologies and water treatment applicationsProven track record of sales success in technical solution sellingSkilled in using CRM tools (e.g. Salesforce)Experience with competitive analysis, pricing strategies, and project-based businessConfident in delivering technical presentations and interacting with senior decision-makers
13. Languages: Business-fluent in English and Italian (spoken and written); other European languages are a plus
14. Personality:Customer-centric and consultative approach to salesStrong communication and interpersonal skills across cultures and functionsHigh level of self-motivation, resilience, and adaptabilityStrategic mindset combined with hands-on execution capability Willingness to travel as needed (approx. 30%-50%)
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We offer
15. A key sales role in a growing, innovation-driven business unit focused on sustainability
16. Competitive compensation and attractive benefits
17. Opportunities for professional development and international collaboration
18. A culture of openness, accountability, and continuous improvement
19. Access to employee benefits including pension plans, health offers, and corporate discounts
Are you full of ideas? Are you keen to take on responsibility and really achieve something? Then our doors are open to you. This company lives out its values, gives people the freedom to use their own initiative, and offers many development exciting opportunities and many exciting projects – all of which awaits you here.