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A global maritime leader is seeking a Technical Sales & Business Development Manager to focus on Energy and Water Solutions in Rio de Janeiro. The role involves driving profitable sales, maintaining customer relationships, and providing innovative solutions to support maritime sustainability. Candidates should have at least 3 years of B2B technical sales experience and a relevant degree. Competitive benefits and a supportive working culture are offered.
Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex.
Join Wilhelmsen Ships Service as our new Technical Sales & Business Development Manager – Energy & Water Solutions
Title: Technical Sales & Business Development Manager – Energy & Water Solutions
Location: Rio, Brazil
Type: Full-time
Are you a driven and ambitious sales professional ready to shape the future of maritime sustainability? Wilhelmsen Ships Service (WSS) is hiring a Technical Sales & Business Development Manager to lead growth across both our Energy Solutions and Water Solutions portfolios.
Whether you're experienced in technical sales or entering the maritime space with curiosity and drive, this is your opportunity to contribute to the industry's decarbonization and compliance efforts through innovative treatment technologies, energy-saving retrofits, and water management systems.
About the Role
You will be responsible for driving profitable growth by identifying, developing, and closing opportunities across both product areas. In this customer-facing role, you'll work closely with clients, product teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver solutions that align with operational needs and environmental regulations.
This is a dual-focus role, covering:
Energy Solutions
Promote cutting-edge technologies to support customers' transition to low-carbon operations
Offer tailored solutions including alternative fuel treatments, energy-saving retrofits, and emissions reduction systems
Water Solutions
Expand sales of water treatment solutions for potable, technical, and recreational onboard water systems
Provide guidance on maintaining compliance, safety, and equipment longevity through correct treatment
Act as a technical reference point for both customers and internal teams
Key Responsibilities
Drive profitable sales across the assigned region and customer base
Build strong, long-term customer relationships through regular face-to-face meetings
Qualify and prioritize opportunities, following a best-practice technical sales approach
Maintain up-to-date CRM data, ensuring accurate pipeline and sales progression tracking
Collaborate with Product Management, Customer Service, and Marketing teams to align sales activities and support business development
Deliver presentations, attend industry events, and promote Wilhelmsen as a market leader in sustainability and compliance
What We’re Looking For
3+ years of B2B technical sales experience; maritime industry experience is a plus
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Marine, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, Naval Architecture) is preferred
Strong commercial mindset and proven ability to meet or exceed sales targets
High level of self-motivation, planning, and organizational skills
Strong communication and negotiation skills with fluency in English (written and spoken)
Comfortable working in cross-functional, multinational teams
Proficient in MS Office, Excel, CRM systems, and digital tools
Willingness to travel as required
What We Offer
Working at Wilhelmsen means being part of a global maritime leader committed to innovation, sustainability, and customer success. We offer:
A collaborative and supportive working culture
Career development and growth opportunities
A competitive and flexible benefits package tailored to your regional hub
Application Deadline: 08.09.2025
Contact: Olivia Tye-Reeve, Senior Recruitment Specialist - olivia.tye-reeve@wilhelmsen.com
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