Strategic Commercial Lead, Directional Drilling

Evox; Neuquén; On-site; ARS 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contemporary work-life balance

Private medical care

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tailored financial programs

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Commercial Lead for Directional Drilling Services in the Vaca Muerta basin. You will drive the commercial strategy, manage the full sales cycle, and engage with operators to deliver integrated solutions that meet safety and efficiency targets.

The role requires deep technical expertise in directional drilling, MWD/LWD, and RSS, plus strong communication to translate technical value into business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Directional Drilling, MWD/LWD, motors, RSS, or BHA optimization.
• Strong understanding of wellbore data interpretation, drilling KPIs, and performance drivers.
• Experience working with operators in Vaca Muerta or other shale basins.
• Proven ability to manage technical sales cycles and influence engineering and procurement stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical information into commercial value.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the commercial strategy for Directional Drilling Services in the Vaca Muerta basin.
• Manage the full sales cycle: prospecting, technical scoping, pricing, proposals, and contract negotiation.
• Build and maintain relationships with key operators and drilling contractors.
• Deliver technical presentations, performance reviews, and post-well analysis to demonstrate service value.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and product lines to ensure service quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Directional Drilling

MWD/LWD

Motors

RSS

Technical sales cycle

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Baker Hughes is seeking a Commercial Lead for Directional Drilling Services in the Vaca Muerta basin. You will drive the commercial strategy, manage the full sales cycle, and engage with operators to deliver integrated solutions that meet safety and efficiency targets.

The role requires deep technical expertise in directional drilling, MWD/LWD, and RSS, plus strong communication to translate technical value into business outcomes.