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Sales Manager Difence

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Thales

Oct 31, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Rome

Requirements

  • A minimum 3 years of experience in complex business with Italian MOD
  • Familiarity with Cyber solutions and requirements. A good understanding of the IT world and the cyber threats.
  • Understanding of Italian MOD procurement processes and budget allocation
  • Preference for a Graduate in Economics, Engineering or Computer Sciences. Other types of University degrees will be considered if overall profile is pertinent to the position.
  • Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English, French language is a plus
  • Able to effectively achieve objectives with teamwork
  • Must have had relevant professional or personal “abroad” experience

Responsibilities

  • Keep relationship with Domestic Customer both from Public and Private areas with a specific focus on Defense sector with particular focus on the Cyber areas.
  • Make all pre-sales activities (promoting Thales solutions in the Defense sector, identifying and qualifying the opportunities) in close relationship with the Defense KAM organization,
  • Be the leader of a pluri-disciplinary Capture team defined and aimed to pursuit specific business opportunities; He/she shall produce, deliver, and negotiate Thales offers till contract signature
  • Closely track opportunity target in close collaboration with the partner network
  • Ultimately take profitable orders within his area
  • Perform internal commercial reporting
  • Provide internal marketing support (collecting market needs, trends, competitor information)
  • Capacity to familiarize quickly with the Thales portfolio of solution
  • Identify and grow opportunities within the area of responsibility
  • Manage selected opportunities
  • Manage customer relations in own area of activity with the aim of increasing order intake (OI) in the short to medium term
  • Assure the OI aimed to be booked within the year end
  • Sales Operations and Support
  • Forecasting, analyzing, reporting and coordinating bids and reviews
  • Participate and facilitate business winning reviews
  • Support marketing activities participating to trade shows, seminar & conferences

FAQs

What is the primary location for this Sales Manager position?

The primary location for this Sales Manager position is Roma, Italy.

Who does the Sales Manager report to?

The Sales Manager reports to the Sales Director.

What are the main responsibilities of the Sales Manager?

The main responsibilities include managing business development and sales, keeping relationships with domestic customers in the defense sector, leading capture teams, tracking opportunities, and performing internal commercial reporting.

What level of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 3 years of experience in complex business with the Italian Ministry of Defence (MOD) is required.

Is familiarity with Cyber solutions necessary for this role?

Yes, familiarity with Cyber solutions and requirements, as well as an understanding of IT world and cyber threats, is necessary.

What educational qualifications are preferred for this role?

A graduate degree in Economics, Engineering, or Computer Sciences is preferred, although other relevant degrees may be considered.

Are there language requirements for the Sales Manager position?

Yes, fluent verbal and written communication skills in English are required, and knowledge of French is a plus.

What skills are preferred for candidates applying for this role?

Preferred skills include a strong desire to capture new business, high communication skills, sensitivity to customer needs, ability to work in a team, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Are there opportunities for career mobility within Thales?

Yes, Thales provides career mobility opportunities for employees to develop their careers at home and abroad.

Is international contract practice knowledge essential for this position?

Yes, a high knowledge of business on contract practice at the international level is preferred for this position.

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Mission & Purpose

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 77,000 employees on five continents. The Group is investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – Big Data, artificial intelligence, connectivity, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust. Trust is essential for societies to flourish, with humans playing a central role in every critical decision. Thales's high-tech solutions, services and products help companies, organisations and governments to achieve their goals and ambitions. And in each of our five vertical markets — digital identity and security, defence and security, aerospace, space, and transport — our customers play a vital role in society.