About this opportunity

About the Opportunity The Sales Manager for Italy will manage customer portfolios, account manage existing clients, and develop new business for Crown, with a focus on the Italian market. The role involves close collaboration with sister plants across Europe to meet customer needs and market demand for Crown beverage cans.

The position is based in Parma, with up to 20% travel required.

Main Responsibilities

• Achieve sales volumes, value, and pricing targets in line with budget and objectives

• Analyse competitor and industry trends to support strategic decisions

• Identify and evaluate new market trends and business opportunities

• Develop new business to grow Crown’s market share

• Collaborate with customers to gather and analyse short- and long-term forecasts

• Coordinate with Parma and European plants to ensure production aligns with customer demand

• Monitor and manage customer inventory levels per contractual agreements

• Liaise with Art & Repro for design development and approvals

• Maintain regular contact with key accounts and represent Crown professionally

• Conduct proactive visits to customer and filling locations to strengthen relationships

• Lead a team of customer service admins to ensure smooth operations

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Business or Engineering

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales, account management, or business development

• Knowledge of the metal packaging sector

Required Skills and Competencies

• Native-level Italian and fluent English

• Strong numerical skills, budgeting experience, and proficiency in Excel

• Self-motivated and able to work independently

• IT literate

• Excellent interpersonal skills: negotiation, organisation, and influence

• Ability to work under pressure

• SAP knowledge is a plus

What Crown Offers You

• Career growth in a multicultural environment

• Fair rewards and merit-based promotions

• Professional development through training and experience

• Strong commitment to employee safety

Join Crown and be part of an international team passionate about sustainable packaging!