Sales Manager Drilling

About the job

Evotec is seeking a Sales Manager Drilling to strengthen its international sales team and expand its market position in the drilling segment. As a Sales Manager Drilling, you will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities in both domestic and international markets, while working closely with technical teams, operational management, and decision-makers at operator companies and drilling contractors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential customers in international markets.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities.
• Prepare and present technical and commercial proposals.
• Lead the sales process from initial customer contact through contract negotiation and closing.
• Build strong partnerships with customers, agents, and key industry stakeholders.
• Represent Evotec at trade shows, conferences, and customer meetings.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, project management, and tender teams to develop optimal customer solutions.
• Contribute to strategic sales initiatives and business development activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field. Long experience can compensate for qualification requirements.
• Experience in technical sales, business development, or commercial management within the oil and gas sector, preferably related to drilling, well services, or rig operations.
• Experience in B2B sales, business development, or account management.
• Preferably experience from the maritime, offshore, renewable energy, or technology sectors.
• Strong commercial mindset and proven ability to create business opportunities.
• Technical understanding and the ability to communicate complex solutions effectively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.
• Norwegian language skills are considered an advantage.
• Experience working in an international business environment is desirable.

Personal qualities

• Commercially driven and results-oriented.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Skilled at building trust and long-term relationships.
• Structured and capable of managing multiple activities simultaneously.
• Collaborative and comfortable working across disciplines and cultures.
• Curious, positive, and motivated by creating value for customers.

We offer

• A key position in a growing international technology company.
• Exciting and challenging projects with global customers.
• Competitive employment terms.
• Attractive pension and insurance schemes.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable and efficient maritime industry.

How to apply

We encourage interested candidates to apply at the earliest opportunity, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You are expected to be present at our headquarters in Ulsteinvik when not travelling.