Italy Food Certification Business Development Manager
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RINA is currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join its office in Pescara or Roma, Italy within the Mediterranean & Africa Certification Division. The mission of a Business Development Manager (BDM) is to drive growth and expand business opportunities for the organization. The BDM is responsible for increasing pipeline offering and winning contracts for an assigned services portfolio and/or within assigned geographical coverage.
Key Accountabilities
Drive and Monitor Order Intake Pipeline
Manage the sales pipeline, ensuring a steady flow of orders.
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators related to order intake.
Update Pipeline with New Prospects
Identify and add new potential clients to the sales pipeline.
Conduct research to identify prospects and assess their fit with the organization’s offerings.
Lead and Support on Contracts, Tenders, and Quotations
Take a proactive role in negotiating and securing major contracts.
Provide support in preparing tenders and quotations.
Contract Closing and Lessons Learned
Lead activities to close contracts successfully.
Capture lessons learned from completed contracts to improve future processes.
Cross Selling and Mutual Opportunities
Collaborate with different departments within the organization to identify cross-selling opportunities.
Develop strategies to leverage mutual opportunities across the RINA Group.
Competitor Tracking and Intelligence
Monitor competitor activities and provide updates on industry trends and intelligence.
Use competitor information to adapt and improve the organization’s strategies.
Sales and Business Development Initiatives
Focus on generating new sales and business opportunities.
Conduct client visits and manage relationships with current and potential customers.
Alliances and Partnerships
Identify and explore opportunities for alliances and partnerships.
Collaborate with external organizations to enter new markets and expand business reach.
Customer Engagement and Satisfaction
Engage with current and potential customers to understand their needs and requirements.
Support the focus on customer satisfaction, repeat business, and the development of new markets.
Stay Current with Offerings and Technology Solutions
Stay updated on the organization’s current and future offerings.
Understand and communicate technological solutions to customers.
Qualifications
Substantial experience in business development, sales, or related roles is a key requirement.
Business Development Managers may be expected to have 5‑8 years or more of relevant experience.
Proficient in sales techniques, including prospecting, lead generation, and closing deals. Track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and agreements with clients, partners, and vendors.
Analytical thinking to assess market trends, competitor activities and performance metrics to inform decision‑making.
In‑depth knowledge of the food industry, market trends, and competitive landscape to make informed business decisions.
Familiarity with relevant technologies and tools, including CRM systems, to streamline business development processes.
Required willingness to travel frequently for business trips.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or Agribusiness (Agriculture, Food Technology, Biology, Forestry, Chemistry, Animal Science, Veterinary Science). Preferred requirement: knowledge of economics and financial principles.
At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. xkiyazw We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.