Sales Analytics Intern

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Sales Analytics Team could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 42,000 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone’s contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

Knauf Italia is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have a 30+ year heritage in drywall systems manufacturing and have big plans for the future. Our global reach continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world.

We are now looking for another team member to join us in the Sales Analytics Team as a Sales Analytics Intern. The team supports the Sales Analytics and Customer Service Departments and plays an important role in analysing sales performance and supporting commercial processes.

What you'll be doing

As part of a structured training project, you will learn about the preparation of commercial proposals and how to analyse and interpret sales statistics.

In particular, you will be involved in:

• Learning the Knauf Italia sales process and commercial policy;

• Learning how to manage the price list, including the policy and structure of the discounts applied;

• Learning the criteria and methods used for customer segmentation;

• Learning how to use the internal ERP system;

• Supporting the update of customer databases and the related discounts applied;

• Learning how to use the CRM system and the tools required to monitor sales opportunities and commercial offers;

• Supporting the preparation of periodic sales-performance reports;

• Verifying the accuracy and timely issuance of sales reports;

• Supporting the implementation of international projects, with guidance from your tutor and more senior team members;

• Supporting month-end financial closing activities.

What we'd love for you to have

• University degree, preferably in Economics, Business Administration, Statistics or a related field;

• Good knowledge of English;

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint;

• Familiarity with Business Analytics tools and principles;

• A commercial and analytical approach;

• Ability to listen carefully and communicate effectively;

• Strong problem-solving skills;

• A proactive attitude and ability to organise work by prioritising activities;

• Desire to grow professionally and learn.

We are interested in you as a person: your attitude, behaviours and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you do not already have, we would love to speak to you.

If you have experience in the following areas, this is an added advantage

• Knowledge of Salesforce;

• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems;

• Previous academic or practical experience in sales analysis, commercial operations, Business Analytics or reporting.

We'll provide

• An internship opportunity in a dynamic and international environment;

• Hands-on learning and development within the Sales Analytics Team;

• Exposure to sales processes, commercial policies, customer segmentation and sales reporting;

• Support from experienced colleagues and involvement in international projects;

• Experience with commercial, CRM, ERP and financial-closing processes;

• Salary and benefits in line with the company internship policy: a gross monthly allowance of €700, €8 Ticket Restaurant per day and a transport allowance.

Place of work: Castellina Marittima (PI)

Knauf guarantees equal opportunities (Italian Law no. 903/77) and invites candidates to read the information concerning the processing of personal data (Article 13 of EU Regulation 2016/679).