Business Development Manager

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL BE UP TO

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a Business Development Manager to cover Italy. In this role, you will report directly to the Country Manager of Italy and play a key role in driving our regional expansion. Your mission will be to build WDP's local market intelligence and commercial network, identify and qualify priority opportunities, support the first commercial leads and help translate WDP's international track record into a credible local market position.

• You will be responsible for implementing the commercial strategy by identifying, qualifying and originating the first wave of opportunities in Italy and attracting companies looking for logistics real estate solutions.
• You maintain close relationships with real estate agents and act as a complementary partner, working alongside clients throughout the process.
• You will be responsible for developing new sites and seeking acquisitions of existing logistics buildings (incl. land positions, development opportunities, acquisitions, built-to-suit projects and sale-and-leaseback transactions).
• You develop a local market map of key occupiers, brokers, landowners, municipalities, developers, advisors and logistics operators. You lead contract negotiations and collaborate closely with the legal team and project managers on new construction projects.
• You closely monitor trends and developments in the logistics sector, with a strong focus on smart buildings, sustainability, etc., and their impact on the portfolio.

HERE'S YOUR PROFILE

• You hold a master's degree or have relevant professional experience.
• You bring a strong, proven track record gained in a logistics-driven environment.
• You have 5–10 years of experience in logistics real estate, industrial real estate, occupier advisory, development, brokerage, land acquisition, asset management or real estate expansion.
• Experience with logistics or industrial real estate is strongly preferred; exposure to land, leasing, built-to-suit projects, acquisitions or sale-and-leaseback transactions is a strong plus.
• You are comfortable working in an entrepreneurial market-entry context, where structure is being built and where you are expected to take initiative.
• You can operate independently and autonomously, but know when to involve legal, technical, financial and commercial colleagues.
• You are fluent in Italian and English.
• You are a true team player who collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• You have a strong commercial mindset and a clear understanding of customer needs.
• You are communicative, proactive, and dynamic, with a natural talent for building long-term relationships.

HERE'S WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

Contract and compensation:

• Permanent contract
• Competitive salary, attractive bonus plan, iPhone

Development and growth:

• Comprehensive onboarding program
• Ongoing internal and external training throughout your career

Team and culture:

• A warm welcome from a team of dynamic and high-achieving co-workers.
• Fun events and a positive working environment for #TeamWDP.
• A Great Place To Work® certified company.
• Milan as operational hub