Country Director Italy

We are looking for a Country Director - Italy who will be a core member of Kramp’s leadership team in Italy. You will work in close collaboration with the Operations Director, Sales Managers, Marketing Manager, and HR Business Partner. Operating in Reggio nell´Emilia, you will spearhead significant business growth, align operations with market demands, and identify strategic opportunities. Empowering the team and fostering innovation are key to ensuring sustainable success while raising industry standards.

Italy has become an increasingly vital market within Kramp’s Southwest cluster, supported by a strategically located warehouse in Reggio Emilia and a dedicated team of 120 professionals. This warehouse, opened in 2021, plays a pivotal role in ensuring efficient product deliveries nationwide, reinforcing Italy’s importance as a key hub for the company’s growth and operations.

What is your role?   

This position offers an exciting career trajectory, combining meaningful challenges with the potential to leave a lasting impact on the Italian market. It is ideal for a decisive leader with deep knowledge of the Italian market, a keen ability to identify commercial opportunities, and a relentless focus on growth while advancing the organization’s mission.

This position entails managing a dynamic team, promoting collaboration, and spearheading initiatives that drive long-term business expansion.

• Expertise in B2B technical wholesale and familiarity with the dynamics of international matrix organizations are essential to ensure seamless alignment of local operations with global strategies.
• Identifying untapped opportunities, broadening market reach, and reinforcing operations across the Southwest region will be key areas of focus. Inspiring the team with clear vision and decisive action is essential to ensure measurable results and sustain success at both the local and regional levels.

Who are you?   
The role requires a strong commercial mindset and aptitude for fostering sustainable growth. Experience in B2B technical wholesale, e-commerce, and OEM environments will be critical to navigating the evolving landscape. The working languages for this position are English and Italian. Success demands proven leadership in international matrix organizations and the ability to inspire teams toward ambitious goals
 

Furthermore you have:

• Over 15 years of experience in general management within B2B technical wholesale

• A strong commercial focus with a growth-oriented mindset

• Extensive expertise in the Italian market

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills

• Experience within an ecommerce environment

What do we offer?   

We are an ambitious, fast-growing and financially sound organization. You can obviously expect:  

• A challenging, permanent job in a modern, international, expanding company with high ambitions;

• An attractive salary package including benefits (yearly bonus, profit share scheme, company canteen);

• Flexible working;

• Very good training opportunities.
   

Do you want to join us?  
In case you feel challenged by the above role description and requirements, we are interested in meeting you! Please use the application button and send your CV and cover letter. 

About us  

Thanks to our ambitions we are active throughout Europe: a leading position in the agricultural market for parts. We heavily invest in E-Business and innovations. Our aim is to make it easy for our customers to run their business. Working at Kramp means working with over 3500 international colleagues. The people at Kramp are enthusiastic, professional and involved. We speak our customers’ language, understand their challenges and earn their trust to exceed their expectations. Our promise “It’s that easy” is embedded in our culture and DNA.   

Working at Kramp means:  

… you belong here! ​Being part of our open business community​  
… your work makes a difference!​ Have an impact on what matters  

… you will develop and realize​! Learn and realize your potential  

 More about Kramp: https://www.careeratkramp.com/nl-nl   

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