Sales Channel Manager Italy
Batteries are our Business.
People are our Power.
At Clarios, we produce advanced low-voltage battery technologies and smart solutions that help power virtually every type of vehicle.
Our portfolio includes strong brands such as VARTA® and OPTIMA®.
We are united by a commitment to innovation, sustainability and the people who make progress possible.
Ready to power up your career?
Explore the possibilities with us and become a valued member of our team.
Purpose of the position As Sales Channel Manager Italy (m/f/d), you will manage, develop and grow customers across multiple sales channels in Italy.
You will be accountable for achieving sales volume and margin objectives, delivering reliable forecasts, managing pricing and profitability, and building sustainable customer relationships.
The role contributes to the strategic and economic development of the customers of the sales channel.
Location of the position The position will be based in Brescia, Italy .
What you will do You will use your expertise in sales channel management, customer development and commercial planning to: Deliver accurate monthly forecasts and achieve sales volume and margin targets for customers within the assigned channel.
Own customer satisfaction, annual sales objectives, business results and relevant key performance indicators.
Manage pricing, including LME-related clauses, commercial accruals, sales performance and EBIT for channel customers.
Develop and execute individual customer account plans that create value and support Clarios' overall strategy.
Build senior-level relationships across customer organizations and coordinate key contacts in all relevant departments.
Develop new IAM customers and business opportunities while strengthening relationships with existing customers.
Coordinate across the sales organization to deliver customer targets and align closely with Customer Excellence and Regional Marketing.
What makes you a good fit Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent professional experience in sales management.
At least five years of experience in sales or marketing management, ideally with responsibility for customer accounts and commercial results.
Experience in customer service and structured problem-solving.
Strong analytical, strategic and negotiation capabilities, combined with confident presentation skills.
Customer-focused relationship management skills and the ability to build long-term partnerships at senior level.
Goal-oriented decision-making, strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word.
Fluency in English and Italian .
What we offer you Input matters just as much as output.
At Clarios, your passion, ingenuity and commitment are valued.
You will work in an international, future-oriented environment with a strong focus on integrity, social responsibility and sustainability.
Working in an international environment Strong commitment to integrity, values, social engagement, and sustainability Accident insurance Flexible working hours Mobile work policy – 2 days per week Meal vouchers of €15 per day for each working day at the office Mobile phone, laptop and company car for business and private use The role will be classified as Quadro under the Italian National Collective Labour Agreement for the Tertiary, Distribution and Services sector (CCNL Terziario Confcommercio) - Include supplementary health insurance through Qu.A.S. and the option to join the Fon.Te.
supplementary pension fund, in accordance with the applicable rules.
The starting fixed salary is €46,500 gross per year , paid in 14 monthly instalments, above the minimum set by the applicable agreement.
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People are our Power.
At Clarios, we produce advanced low-voltage battery technologies and smart solutions that help power virtually every type of vehicle.
Our portfolio includes strong brands such as VARTA® and OPTIMA®.
We are united by a commitment to innovation, sustainability and the people who make progress possible.
Ready to power up your career?
Explore the possibilities with us and become a valued member of our team.
Purpose of the position As Sales Channel Manager Italy (m/f/d), you will manage, develop and grow customers across multiple sales channels in Italy.
You will be accountable for achieving sales volume and margin objectives, delivering reliable forecasts, managing pricing and profitability, and building sustainable customer relationships.
The role contributes to the strategic and economic development of the customers of the sales channel.
Location of the position The position will be based in Brescia, Italy .
What you will do You will use your expertise in sales channel management, customer development and commercial planning to: Deliver accurate monthly forecasts and achieve sales volume and margin targets for customers within the assigned channel.
Own customer satisfaction, annual sales objectives, business results and relevant key performance indicators.
Manage pricing, including LME-related clauses, commercial accruals, sales performance and EBIT for channel customers.
Develop and execute individual customer account plans that create value and support Clarios' overall strategy.
Build senior-level relationships across customer organizations and coordinate key contacts in all relevant departments.
Develop new IAM customers and business opportunities while strengthening relationships with existing customers.
Coordinate across the sales organization to deliver customer targets and align closely with Customer Excellence and Regional Marketing.
What makes you a good fit Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent professional experience in sales management.
At least five years of experience in sales or marketing management, ideally with responsibility for customer accounts and commercial results.
Experience in customer service and structured problem-solving.
Strong analytical, strategic and negotiation capabilities, combined with confident presentation skills.
Customer-focused relationship management skills and the ability to build long-term partnerships at senior level.
Goal-oriented decision-making, strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word.
Fluency in English and Italian .
What we offer you Input matters just as much as output.
At Clarios, your passion, ingenuity and commitment are valued.
You will work in an international, future-oriented environment with a strong focus on integrity, social responsibility and sustainability.
Working in an international environment Strong commitment to integrity, values, social engagement, and sustainability Accident insurance Flexible working hours Mobile work policy – 2 days per week Meal vouchers of €15 per day for each working day at the office Mobile phone, laptop and company car for business and private use The role will be classified as Quadro under the Italian National Collective Labour Agreement for the Tertiary, Distribution and Services sector (CCNL Terziario Confcommercio) - Include supplementary health insurance through Qu.A.S. and the option to join the Fon.Te.
supplementary pension fund, in accordance with the applicable rules.
The starting fixed salary is €46,500 gross per year , paid in 14 monthly instalments, above the minimum set by the applicable agreement.
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