sales & marketing manager | wool sector.

The candidate will work in a global context environment, on local and global programs, closely with release teams and other functional groups; he/she will own all marketing aspects of an expanded product portfolio, providing end-to-end product solutions from wool to treated yarn. The Marketing Manager will be pivotal in driving sales growth and strengthening the brand's presence in western markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow wool yarn sales across Europe and the Middle East, leveraging competitive advantages of new dyed and treated product offerings.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with brands, distributors, and textile mills to ensure high levels of satisfaction, loyalty, and repeat business.

• Identify and secure new business opportunities, expanding both direct sales and agent networks within key European and Middle Eastern markets.

• Collaborate with the marketing team to create targeted promotional materials, position the brand effectively, and represent the company at industry events and trade shows.

• Oversee key accounts, aligning sales efforts with customer needs, ensuring on-time delivery, and managing stock services for European customers.

• Develop competitive pricing strategies, lead contract negotiations, and regularly assess pricing to reflect market conditions and profitability goals.

• Monitor competitor activities, pricing trends, and customer feedback to inform strategic adjustments and report insights to senior management.

• Work with production, quality, and supply chain teams to meet customer specifications and delivery schedules, while coordinating with the R&D and marketing teams for new product innovations.

• Set and achieve regional sales targets, with a focus on continuous improvement and regular performance reviews with senior leadership.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business Administration, Textile Engineering, or a related field. 

• At least 10 years in textile or wool yarn sales and marketing, with demonstrated success in European B2B markets and Tender Business.

• In-depth understanding of the wool yarn industry, particularly in treatment processes.

• Strong knowledge of the European textile market, including industry regulations, customer preferences, and market trends.

• Established network within European textile brands, distributors, and agents; ability to leverage these connections to grow the business.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills;

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.

• Fluent in English; proficiency in another European language is a plus.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive and experienced Marketing Manager to drive growth in a dynamic and evolving market. The ideal candidate will be skilled in navigating European textile markets, establishing strong customer relationships, and delivering strategic growth for a renowned wool brand.

SALARY PACKAGE: the salary will be commensurate with the seniority of the candidate 

LOCATION: Piedmont 

According to current legislation, the job offer is intended for both sexes (L. 903/77). The data will be processed and kept exclusively for present and future selection purposes, guaranteeing the rights set out in art. 7 and 13 of Legislative Decree 196/2003 on the Protection of Privacy.