Do you want to work in a global company where you can contribute to a more sustainable food production? DeLaval is a leading developer, manufacturer, and supplier of solutions for dairy farmers around the world. As a company built on innovation, we constantly work to find ways of helping our customers do more with less. DeLaval is now looking for an Interim (12 months) Market Solution Manager to drive automatic milking system & farm management business in Italy. This position is located in Milan and will cover a period of 12 months starting from March 1st. Purpose of the role and key responsibilities You oversee the product life cycle of all automatic milking system & farm management range. You are managing the global life cycle of the assortment including: Price set up Launching new solution and package adaptation and execution (together with local sales support team) Local implementation of usual marketing activities (together with sales support) to generate profitable growth; campaign, incentives, training Training plan & Competence hand over (to be coordinated with local technical & commercial team) Quality follow up You are also expected to participate actively in the South Europe solution managers team and have a close cooperation with the market area representatives: sales team and technical team. Qualifications and experience To be successful in this role you have to following profile: An academic degree in Agriculture Business, Animal Science, Agricultural engineer or equivalent Strong marketing experience with multiple product lines; 5 years’ experience in marketing and or sales A fluent knowledge of Italian and English Customer/marketing mindset and the ability to evangelize this perspective within the company Self-motivated/starter, who takes ownership of the business Working through and with people in a cross-functional manner, must be a good team collaborative worker Effective priority management skills – able to prioritize between conflicting demands. Training capabilities, good in communication High level of autonomy, including rigorous time management capabilities: very good at planning Working at DeLaval Our core values Passion, People, Professionals and Partnerships connect individuals across entities and geographies. Success is far more than knowledge – it is strongly related to behaviours. At DeLaval we are all guided by our three behaviours: Setting Direction, Make things happen and One DeLaval. We offer you a meaningful job in an international company, learning and development opportunities, an atmosphere built on trust, support and mutual respect and a salary package with incentive and Insurance package. The position is in Milan, you will report to Market Area Development Manager - South Europe. For further information, please contact: Thibault Burg, Market Area Development Manager, at 33 625 337 444 or Kathleen van de Voorde, HR, at 32 475 809 400. We look forward to hearing from you J-18808-Ljbffr