Technical Sales and Business Development Manager - Water Solutions

Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading maritime company as a Technical Sales and Business Development Manager specializing in Water Solutions. You will leverage your sales experience to drive growth in this niche market, with support and training provided to enhance your technical expertise. This role offers an opportunity to thrive in a growing field while working collaboratively with various teams to achieve significant sales objectives.

Benefits

Strong leadership and career development

Work-life balance

Generous benefits package

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Drive and grow profitable sales by building strong relationships.
• Identify target clients and execute face-to-face meetings.
• Lead technical sales activities focused on promising opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Sales activity

Relationship building

Job description

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Technical Sales and Business Development Manager - Water Solutions

Apply locations Glasgow - West George Street London - Jewry Street Dartford - Newtons Court Aberdeen - Crawpeel road time type Full time posted on Posted 24 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 17, 2025 (21 hours left to apply) job requisition id JOBREQ_9691

Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex.

Wilhelmsen Ships Service (WSS) is looking for a Technical Sales & Business Development Manager –Water Solutions

Are you a driven sales professional eager to dive into the world of maritime?

We're looking for a passionate salesperson with 3+ years of experience who is ready to take their career to the next level. You don’t need to have all the technical know-how—we’ll provide comprehensive training to help you become an expert. If you bring the sales experience and an appetite to learn, we’ll give you the tools to succeed.

This is your chance to develop your skills and grow with a company that values ambition and a positive attitude. As our new Technical Sales and Business Development Manager your mission will be to grow Water Solution sales across your region and customer portfolio. You will seek out new opportunities from customers and collaborate closely with Key Account Managers, Account Managers and Customer Service.

What you will work on:

• Drive and grow profitable sales by building strong relationships with new and existing customers.

• Identify target clients, execute face-to-face meetings, and lead a best-practice approach to selling

• Use your technical expertise to lead impactful sales activities, focusing on the most promising opportunities and customers.

• Keep CRM data current to accurately reflect opportunities and sales progression.

• Act as a technical leader on water solutions, setting the standard in knowledge and customer-facing expertise.

• Work with product management to provide performance insights and recommend product improvements.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop impactful sales materials and present WSS products at industry events.

• Embody a "can-do" attitude, inspiring the sales team to pursue growth and close deals confidently.

What you need to succeed in the role:

• 3+ years of sales experience with exposure to the maritime industry being an advantage.

• Knowledge of marine water treatment is beneficial, but not mandatory.

• A willingness to learn and develop expertise in this area is key.

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences in a multinational environment.

• Fluent in English, with excellent written and spoken skills.

• Collaborative mindset and a team player who thrives in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

• Willingness to travel

What we offer:

Working at Wilhelmsen offers a culture and work environment of strong leadership, career development, work-life balance and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. Beyond this, we offer a generous and bespoke benefits package tailored to your specific Wilhelmsen HUB.

Sounds interesting? If you can see yourself in this role, please let us know why you are our new Technical Sales & Business Development Manager –Water Solutions.

Work location: London, Glasgow

Application deadline:16.05.2025

Contact details: SeniorRecruitment Specialist, Olivia Tye-Reeve – [e-mail]

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Founded in Norway in 1861, Wilhelmsen is now a comprehensive global maritime group providing essential products and services to the merchant fleet, along with supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail. Committed to shaping the maritime industry, we also seek to develop new opportunities and collaborations in renewables, zero-emission shipping, and marine digitalisation. Supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace, with thousands of colleagues across more than 60 countries, we take innovation, sustainability and unparalleled customer experiences one step further.