Locations: IT-VIRTUAL LOCATIONAshland has an exciting opportunity for an **Account Sales Manager (Personal Care and Home Care)** to join our Ashland Industries Italia S.R.L. business in **Italy.** This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Commercial function. This position will report to **Regional Sales Manager**.* This is not a people leader role. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports,* This is not an entry or early career level position. We are looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running, with strong, hands‑on experience and a proven background to demonstrate it—for example, someone who has previously led end‑to‑end projects, managed complex cross‑functional stakeholders, and delivered measurable results within a similar scope or industry.* This is not a monofunctional role. You will collaborate closely with cross functional team members working in partnerships with teams such as Marketing, Research, Quality, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Regulatory Affairs.* A minimum of a Chemical Degree or related discipline* 8+ years in sales experience in the Personal Care & Home Care industry supporting regional growth and market development initiative* High discipline and ability to work independently, Strong time‑management and prioritization across multiple accounts.* Ability to set and track goals without direct on-site supervision* Fluent in Italian, English, both written and spoken* Excellent communication skills* Demonstrated responsible and ethical behavior at all times* The ability to help the company drive greater value through understanding the business, making complex decisions and creating the new and different* 1-2 years managing Distributors* Ability to build relationships without in‑person interaction* Open for travelling up to 30-40 % time* Competitive salary* Ashland Incentive Plan* Voluntary pension plan and health insurance* Accident insurance* Recognition awards* Career development opportunities with excellent inhouse training support* Employee Assistance Program* Employee Resource Groups* Responsible Solver Program #J-18808-Ljbffr