Commercial
Business Development Manager
We are looking for the person who brings Ascend to the right clients. A commercial profile with strong interpersonal skills, capable of building trust, opening doors, and turning conversations into lasting partnerships.
Location details
Commercial
Milan
Full-time
The Role
As a Business Development Manager, you will be the person who identifies new business opportunities, builds relationships with potential clients, and guides negotiations through to signing. You will work closely with management and the operations team to ensure a smooth transition between client acquisition and management. Your goal is to grow Ascend's client portfolio in a qualitative and sustainable way.
What you will do
Map the market and identify prospects in line with Ascend's positioning
Manage the end-to-end sales process: first contact, briefing, proposal, negotiation, and closing
Participate in industry events, trade fairs, and networking to expand the contact network
Collaborate with the team to build customized and competitive commercial proposals
Profile sought
At least 1 year of experience in a commercial role. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a consultative approach to sales, and accustomed to working towards goals. Knowledge of the digital sector is considered a significant plus.