Business Development Executive
Pubblicato il 24-10-2026 - April Quest in Italia
pbBusiness Development Manager
- Fire Gas / Industrial Safety Systems /b /p pbLocation: /b Italy
- Field-Based /p pbTravel: /b Approximately 50% domestic, with some international travel /p pAre you an experienced Business Development Manager with a background in industrial automation, Fire Gas systems or engineered safety solutions? /p pWe're recruiting on behalf of an established specialist in industrial safety and automation solutions, looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to drive commercial growth across the Oil Gas, Power Generation and wider industrial sectors. /p pThis is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys developing new business, building long-term customer relationships and managing complex, technically focused sales opportunities. /p h3The Role: /h3 pYou'll be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities whilst developing existing key accounts across Italy and selected international markets. /p pKey responsibilities include: /p ul liIdentifying and developing new business opportunities across Oil Gas, Power Generation and industrial markets. /li liBuilding strong relationships with EPC contractors, end users and key decision-makers. /li liPromoting engineered safety solutions, including Fire Gas Detection and Burner Management Systems. /li liManaging complex tender processes, technical proposals and commercial negotiations through to contract award. /li liDeveloping existing accounts through upgrades, system modernization, maintenance contracts and additional services.
/li liWorking closely with technical, project management and service teams to deliver customer-focused solutions. /li liRepresenting the business at industry exhibitions, conferences and customer meetings. /li /ul h3What We're Looking For: /h3 ul li7+ years' experience in technical B2B sales or business development, ideally within industrial automation, safety systems, instrumentation or process equipment. /li liProven success managing complex sales cycles involving EPC contractors and industrial end users. /li liStrong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and a track record of winning new business. /li liAn established network within the Oil Gas, Power or wider industrial sectors would be highly advantageous. /li liKnowledge of Fire Gas systems, Burner Management Systems or relevant safety standards (SIL, ATEX, EN 54) would be beneficial. /li liFluent Italian and English communication skills. /li liWillingness to travel regularly across Italy, with occasional international travel. /li liAn Engineering or Business qualification, or equivalent relevant industry experience. /li /ul h3Why Consider This Opportunity? /h3 pYou’ll be joining an established business operating within a highly specialized, safety-critical sector, with the opportunity to play an important role in expanding its market presence. /p pThe position offers a varied mix of new business development and strategic account management, working with technically sophisticated solutions and customers across major industrial markets. /p