Styrenics Regional Manager

Ravago is a privately owned international group with more than 60 years of entrepreneurial heritage. Today, we are a global leader in the distribution of polymers, chemicals and life ingredients, as well as recycling and manufacturing activities. With operations in over 55 countries and more than 10,000 employees worldwide, Ravago combines the agility of a family-owned business with the scale and opportunities of a global organization.

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated and business-minded professional to become our next Styrenics Regional Manager. The Styrenics Regional Manager connects people, businesses, plants and functions across Ravago, strengthening collaboration, supporting business opportunities and promoting alignment across the Styrenics Business Unit.

As Regional Manager, he/she will be responsible for operations across several countries, including Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Hungary.

Key responsibilities

• Foster collaboration among businesses, functions, and locations, acting as a connector between local teams and the broader Ravago organization.
• Drive commercial execution in a matrix environment, coordinating sales channels, customers, and internal stakeholders to deliver budget and business objectives.
• Identify growth opportunities and drive business development by understanding market trends, customer needs, and technical requirements.
• Map and monitor the regional market landscape, including customers, products, volumes, pricing dynamics, and emerging trends.
• Conduct competitor analyses to assess market positioning, risks, opportunities, and areas for strategic differentiation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, colleagues, and strategic partners.
• Advance Ravago's long-term interests across the assigned countries, ensuring alignment between local market opportunities and corporate strategy.

What we are looking for

• Strong commercial acumen and a business-oriented mindset.
• Proven sales experience, with a strong track record in business development and delivering results.
• Ability to influence and deliver results without formal authority.
• A collaborative approach, credibility, and strong stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across Italy and internationally.
• Strategic thinking combined with a pragmatic approach to execution.
• Fluent written and spoken English and Italian.

Preferred

• A good understanding of polymer businesses, markets, and organizational structures.
• Knowledge of the region's key markets and customer landscape.