Wholesale Sales Manager Italy

Why join us?

[xxxxx] is rooted in the Scandinavian design tradition characterized by enduring aesthetics, functionality, craftsmanship and an honest expression. By expanding this heritage with forward-looking materials, techniques and bold creative thinking, our ambition is to deliver new perspectives on Scandinavian design.

Wholesale Sales Manager Italy (Milan)

At [xxxxx], we’re looking for a Wholesale Sales Manager for Italy based in Milan to strengthen our team. You need to have a very good network in the local wholesale scene and therefore be based in Milan with an experience of at least 3-5 years’ in a similar role. Together with the Regional Sales Manager and the adjacent teams, you’ll work towards broadening our footprint in the Italian market.

Your responsibilities

• Develop and grow the existing Italian wholesales market to reach our sales targets defined with the Regional Sales Manager
  
  
• Structured development and maintenance of wholesale customer and dealer networks
  
  
• Acquisition of new dealers following the plan agreed with the Regional Sales Manager
  
  
• Tap into your network to use leverage effects of network sales
  
  
• Sell-in and implementation of in-store solutions, as well as novelties
  
  
• Collaborate with internal teams and your sales colleagues to reach our overall growth objectives
  
  
• Support in the management of Milano showroom, maintenance tasks and during events
  
  

Your profile

• Minimum 3 years’ experience of as Sales or Key Account Manager, ideally in the Italian retail furniture market (or experience from adjacent roles in architecture / design)
  
  
• Extensive experience working with the Retail design sector and a well-established, professional dealer network in Italy.
  
  
• Degree in Business, Marketing or similar preferred
  
  
• Ability to act independently, self-driven and results-oriented
  
  
• Mature, credible, and comfortable in presenting in a professional environment on all levels
  
  
• Strong acquisition, negotiating and closing skills, paired with effective time management
  
  
• Fluent Italian and professional level of English, verbal and written
  
  
• Willingness for frequent business travels within Italy and occasional international trips
  
  
• Driver’s license
  
  

What we offer?

• A challenging position in a highly ambitious design company in rapid growth with great opportunity for personal development.
  
  
• A great work environment, characterized by entrepreneurial spirit, openness, responsibility, and a sympathetic team-minded approach to problem-solving.
  
  
• A full-time position, based in Milan.
  
  
• Some travel activity including regular trips to the [xxxxx] HQ in Copenhagen.
  
  

Who We Hire?

At [xxxxx], our mission is to deliver new perspectives on Scandinavian design. We are an international team of ambitious and passionate people - all driven by the desire to expand on the Scandinavian design tradition with a forward-looking, creative and honest approach. We are looking for qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities who share this same mindset. Individuals who wish to actively contribute and bring their opinion to the table. Individuals who would like to bring a wealth of new perspectives to our company. 

That is why we are always keen to hear from talented people who wish to join our company - regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, racial identity, religious belief and disability status. We are committed to equal opportunity employment. 

To learn more about [xxxxx], our products and designers, please visit www.[xxxxx].com

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [xxxxx]