Subsidiary Manager - Horticulture SectorSubsidiary Manager - Horticulture SectorContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleOur Client, a medium-sized global company specializing in innovative solutions for the horticulture sector, with a strong international presence and a growing footprint in Europe is seeking a proactive, entrepreneurial Subsidiary Manager to lead their small Italian operation. This hands-on role requires a strong understanding of the horticulture sector, commercial insight, and the ability to manage both strategic and operational aspects of a small business unit. The Italian subsidiary, with annual revenue of approximately €2 million, plays a key role in supporting local growers, distributors, and industry partners.Responsibilities:Subsidiary Leadership: Oversee all aspects of the Italian operation, including sales coordination, production, customer service, administration and compliance.Market Development: Identify growth opportunities in the Italian horticulture market, particularly with greenhouse producers, nurseries, distributors, and cooperatives.Customer Relationship Management: Maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners, ensuring high satisfaction and long-term loyalty.Operational Oversight: Manage day-to-day activities with a small team (typically 5-6 people), including office administration, inventory coordination, production and sales.Sales Support & Execution: Support sales efforts through the salesman or through direct engagement with customers and partners, and collaboration with the global sales and marketing teams.Budget & Financial Control: responsibility for budget control and profitability.Compliance: Ensure compliance with Italian regulations as well as internal corporate policies.Reporting & Coordination: Maintain clear and regular communication with the headquarters, providing insights into local performance and market dynamics.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Sales, Agricultural Economics, Business, or a related field.Minimum 5 years of experience in agricultural or horticultural sectors, with familiarity with the Italian market.Proven ability to manage small teams and drive operational and commercial success.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in Italian and proficiency in English.Understanding of horticultural production systems, value chains, and seasonality.Hands-on, self-driven, and able to make independent decisions while coordinating with international leadership.Experience in a multinational or matrixed company is a plus.Solid financial acumen and comfort with budgeting and reporting tools.
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