Ph3Overview /h3 pHartmann 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. /p pThe 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. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liDeveloping and growing sales across Northern Italy /li liBuilding and managing a strong food‑focused customer book, with exposure to pet food /li liSelling plant protein solutions including pea‑based ingredients, concentrates and dry‑extracted products /li liDeveloping new accounts through direct commercial activity, trade fairs and on‑the‑road sales /li liManaging and working alongside distributor partners while expanding direct customer relationships /li liLeading commercial negotiations, pricing and volume‑based agreements /li liProviding market insight to support longer‑term opportunities, including nutraceutical applications /li liRepresenting the business with customers, distributors and at key industry events /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liWe’re looking for someone who understands how volume‑driven food ingredients are sold, scaled and commercialised across European markets. /li liExperience selling food ingredients, proteins or volume‑based raw materials /li liA strong commercial track record across Italy or Southern Europe /li liAn established customer or distributor network (not junior) /li liProven ability to open new markets and build territory ownership /li liStrong commercial instincts with a trader or technically led sales mindset /li liComfort operating autonomously in a lean, entrepreneurial environment /li liWillingness to travel regularly across the region /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liOwnership of Northern Italy with long‑term account responsibility /li liA growing ingredient platform with existing production and customers /li liRecent investment in dry extraction and processing capability /li liHigh‑impact role in a small, agile commercial team /li liCompetitive base salary with volume‑driven bonus structure /li liFlexible location with remote working and regular market travel /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr