Ph3Overview /h3pHartmann Young is partnered with a growing European plant‑based ingredient producer supplying the food markets, with recent investment in dry extraction technology and clear ambitions to scale across Central Europe. /ppThe business operates at volume scale today while actively moving into higher‑value segments, creating an opportunity for a commercially strong Sales Manager to take ownership of Northern Italy and drive the next phase of growth. /ph3Responsibilities /h3pYou will be responsible for: /pulliDeveloping and growing sales across Northern Italy /liliBuilding and managing a strong food‑focused customer book, with exposure to pet food /liliSelling plant protein solutions including pea‑based ingredients, concentrates and dry‑extracted products /liliDeveloping new accounts through direct commercial activity, trade fairs and on‑the‑road sales /liliManaging and working alongside distributor partners while expanding direct customer relationships /liliLeading commercial negotiations, pricing and volume‑based agreements /liliProviding market insight to support longer‑term opportunities, including nutraceutical applications /liliRepresenting the business with customers, distributors and at key industry events /liliWe’re looking for someone who understands how volume‑driven food ingredients are sold, scaled and commercialised across European markets. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ulliExperience selling food ingredients, proteins or volume‑based raw materials /liliA strong commercial track record across Italy or Southern Europe /liliAn established customer or distributor network (not junior) /liliProven ability to open new markets and build territory ownership /liliStrong commercial instincts with a trader or technically led sales mindset /liliComfort operating autonomously in a lean, entrepreneurial environment /liliWillingness to travel regularly across the region /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliOwnership of Northern Italy with long‑term account responsibility /liliA growing ingredient platform with existing production and customers /liliRecent investment in dry extraction and processing capability /liliHigh‑impact role in a small, agile commercial team /liliCompetitive base salary with volume‑driven premio structure /liliFlexible location with remote working and regular market travel /li /ulpSales Manager – Plant Proteins Food Ingredients, terni, umbria, Italy /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr