Alibaba.com-Europe Direct Sales-Italy

About The Role

Alibaba.com is looking for an energetic and motivated Sales Executive to join our growing team in Milan. This is an entry‑level commercial role focused on outbound sales and new client acquisition in the Italian market. We are looking for candidates who are eager to build a career in tech sales, enjoy speaking with clients, and are motivated by targets and performance. You will work closely with small and medium‑sized businesses, helping them discover how Alibaba.com can support their digital growth and international expansion.

Responsibilities

• Identify and contact potential clients in the Italian market through outbound sales activities (calls, emails, LinkedIn outreach).
• Build and manage a pipeline of prospective customers.
• Present Alibaba.com solutions to SMEs and explain platform benefits clearly and effectively.
• Achieve monthly sales and activity targets.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Customer Success and Marketing) to ensure accurate understanding and execution of client needs, enhancing satisfaction and retention.
• Keep CRM and sales activities updated accurately.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to strengthen brand presence and expand market reach.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or above in Marketing, Business, or a related field
• 0-2 years of sales experience in sales, business development, or customer‑facing roles
• Good communication and negotiation skills, with a proactive, results‑driven attitude
• Proficiency in Italian and English
• Team‑oriented, self‑motivated, open to learning, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, international environment with performance‑based targets