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OSI Foods GmbH & Co. KG

Business Development Manager - Italy (m/f/d)

OSI Foods GmbH & Co. KG, Italy, New York, United States

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About OSI OSI Europe is a leading company in the food industry, specializing in the production of high-quality food products. With several production sites in Europe and a global distribution network, we offer first-class solutions for customers worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced

Business Development Manager (m/f/d) – Italy

to lead and grow business initiatives across the Italian food manufacturing sector. This role will focus on identifying, qualifying, and closing new business within the food manufacturing industry — spanning wholesale, retail, foodservice, and B2B — while also developing existing customer accounts and exploring new categories and territories.

What your job includes

Develop and execute a growth-focused business development strategy for the Italian food manufacturing market

Identify, approach, and engage with potential clients as well as contract manufacturers and supply chain partners

Promote OSI’s technical food solutions including custom manufacturing solutions and value-added services tailored to client needs

Build and maintain a strong and sustainable sales pipeline across relevant sectors.

Generate new business opportunities and optimize existing account potential as required

Lead bid proposal, tenders and contract negotiations with support from Technical and Commercial teams

Monitor market trends, customer feedback and category performance to identify new areas for development

Represent OSI at trade fairs and industry events across Italy

What we expect from you

Several years of experience in business development, sales or key account management within the food manufacturing or related sectors

A strong professional network within the Italian food manufacturing, wholesale, retail, or B2B industries

A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities

An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and act on self-generated leads

Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders in Italian and English

Commercial and analytical acumen, with a data-driven approach to decision-making

Willingness to travel across Italy for client meetings and industry events

What we offer you We are a company with flat hierarchies, value-based corporate culture and a pronounced customer orientation in a special market. We know that the commitment of our employees is the basis of our success. We therefore support you by quickly giving you responsibility and developing you according to your talents.

Other benefits in our European Headquarters:

Attractive salary package including vacation and special annual pay

Company pension scheme

30 vacation days per calendar year

Special vacation days

Flexible Working time in hybrid working model

Work in a modern and future-oriented working environment

Experienced management, friendly international colleagues and respectful cooperation

Good public transport connections and free parking on site

Job Bike

Bike lovers will find shower facilities, as well as changing rooms and lockers

Possibility for screening by company doctor

Fantastic canteen

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