Our client is a multinational company specialized in industrial automation (PLC, HMI, motion controller, inverter, servo), we are looking for a Sales Area Manager based in the Emilia-Romagna area (preferably Bologna area). The employee's sales activity will be focused on the Emilia-Romagna & Toscana area. Responsabilities : Developing a sustainable business in the assigned areas, leveraging the product portfolio, core technologies and vertical markets competences. Focusing on new business whilst coordinating activities with the partner(s) in the area, avoiding conflicts. Identifying and approaching potential new customers (SI, OEM, end-user). Reaching & Exceeding assigned targets. Required to travel within the territory to meet with existing and prospect customers. Active participation in providing product, market, competition & customer feedback to management and the product management team. Execute new product releases within the territory with customers and prospects. Cooperate proactively with customer support and technical support teams. Qualifications: Technical high school diploma or Engineering University degree (preferably in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering). 5–10 years of experience in B2B sales with OEM machine builders, preferably in packaging and technical environments. Proven track record in selling complete machine control solutions. Strong personal network with key OEMs in the so-called Packaging Valley. Proficiency in industrial automation products and systems such as: (Cloud) software solutions, Motion controllers, PLCs, HMIs, Inverters, servo drives, and motors and CRM platforms. Highly proficient in spoken and written English and Italian is mandatory. Sede: Home Office – Emilia-Romagna (preferably Bologna Area) Società di ricerca e selezione del personale accreditata presso Min.Lav. Aut. Min. N. 0000045 del 26 Aprile 2022 KeyPartners Italy S.r.l. tratta i dati dei soggetti interessati nel rispetto della normativa sulla privacy. Si invitano gli interessati – prima di fornire propri dati personali – a consultare l'Informativa sulla privacy ex art. 13 e 14 GDPR https://www.key-partners.it/privacy-policy-candidates/