Sales Manager – Drilling Enhancement Tools (SSA), Drilling Optimisation & Performance Drilling Technologies

Sales Manager – Drilling Enhancement Tools (SSA), Drilling Optimisation & Performance Drilling Technologies

Location: Flexible within Sub‑Saharan Africa or Europe (with frequent regional travel)

This is a high‑energy, front‑line sales role focused on expanding market share for drilling enhancement tools across Sub‑Saharan Africa. You’ll lead growth for technologies such as reamers, stabilisation tools, friction‑reduction systems, drilling optimisation tools, and BHA performance equipment. Perfect for a driven sales manager who thrives on autonomy, targets, and building deep operator relationships.

Responsibilities

• Grow revenue across drilling enhancement tools and optimisation technologies
• Build and manage a strong pipeline across West, East, and Southern Africa
• Develop relationships with drilling managers, well engineering teams, and directional drilling providers
• Lead technical sales engagements, presenting performance‑driven value propositions
• Drive tendering, pricing strategy, and commercial negotiations for multi‑well campaigns
• Deliver accurate forecasting, CRM discipline, and monthly sales reporting
• Track rig activity, drilling schedules, and competitor movements to stay ahead of the market
• Represent the company at regional drilling forums, technical workshops, and operator events

Required Experience

• Proven track record selling drilling enhancement tools or performance technologies
• Strong network across SSA operators, drilling contractors, and service companies
• Demonstrated ability to win new business and grow key accounts
• Confident presenting technical drilling solutions to engineering and drilling teams
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability

Ideal Candidate

• High‑energy, competitive, and target‑driven
• Strong communicator with a technical‑credible, commercially sharp sales style
• Comfortable working across a wide geographic territory
• Self‑starter who thrives in fast‑moving, opportunity‑rich environments