Country Manager – Italy (Copenhagen based)

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark (relocation required)

Do you have a solid FMCG Key Account Manager background, and are you open to relocating to Copenhagen, Denmark?

We are partnering with a leading global FMCG company to appoint a Country Manager to take full ownership of the Italian market.

This is a high-impact commercial role with end-to-end responsibility for driving growth through a distributor-led model, covering both branded and private label business.

The Role

- Own the Italy P&L; and commercial strategy
- Lead and develop the distributor partnership to unlock growth
- Drive business planning, pricing, and negotiations
- Accelerate performance across established consumer brands
- Work cross-functionally with European HQ teams
- Based in Copenhagen with regular travel





Who We’re Looking For

- FMCG commercial profile (ideally from companies such as Nestlé, Danone, Unilever, Ferrero, or similar)
- Strong experience in the Italian market
- Proven success in sales, key account management, or distributor markets
- Experience owning or influencing P&L;
- Fluent in Italian and English
- Willing to relocate to Copenhagen

Why This Role

- Full ownership of a priority European market
- High visibility and exposure to senior leadership
- International career opportunity within a top-tier FMCG environment

This position is based in Copenhagen, and candidates must be willing to relocate.

📌 Country Manager – Italy (Copenhagen based) (Italia)
🏢 Nigel Wright Group
📍 Italia