Area Sales Manager (m/f/d) - Italy

KHS is a subsidiary of Salzgitter AG. As one of the world's leading manufacturers of filling and packaging systems for beverages and liquid food we are a world-class player. Our customers have trusted in our passionate pioneering spirit and first-class technologies for over 150 years. However, we can only remain world class if we continue to find new employees who make just as high demands of themselves and the quality of their work as our customers make of us at KHS. Are you one of them?

Your Tasks

Proactive support of existing customers in Italy
Strengthening of existing customer relationships
Acquisition of new customers in the Italian market
Proposal preparation and project presentation
Order negotiations and order clarification
Accompaniment of order processing
Reporting
Market and competition observation
Support of key account customers
Participating at trade fair

Your Qualifications

Qualification as an electrical engineer (m/f/d) with good mechanical skills or comparable education/training
E- Degree/specialization in mechanical engineering or beverage technology or comparable qualification
Technical understanding and good knowledge of KHS line technology
At least 3 years of sales experience in the beverage industry
Good SAP and MS Office skills
Fluent in Italian and English, both written and spoken
Ability to work under pressure, team player, high willingness to learn
Goal-oriented and independent work
Distinct negotiation skills
High willingness to travel (in Italy approx. 50%)