Business Development Manager

OEG; Den Helder; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OEG is seeking a Business Development Manager for its Subsea Division in Den Helder. The role focuses on growing the Subsea business by identifying opportunities, engaging with clients, and supporting tendering and commercial processes.

You will manage portions of the sales pipeline under the Commercial Director, build lasting client relationships, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet commercial targets while aligning with OEG’s QHSE values.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in business development or commercial roles within the offshore, subsea, or energy sectors.
• Proven ability to generate leads and convert them into commercial opportunities.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with project lifecycles, basic contract terms, and risk awareness.
• Competence in CRM software and data-driven sales reporting.
• Collaborate and self-motivated, with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in existing and emerging markets within subsea and offshore energy sectors.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a point of contact and promoting the company’s capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with commercial and operational teams to implement strategic initiatives and meet commercial targets.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, gaps, and potential areas of growth.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations, proposals, and capability statements tailored to specific customer needs.
• Maintain and update CRM systems with opportunity and contact information, ensuring accuracy in pipeline reporting.
• Support the tender and proposal process in coordination with internal bid and contract teams.
• Attend relevant industry events, trade shows, and conferences to represent the Subsea Division and build networks.
• Contribute to marketing and promotional activities in partnership with the central marketing team.
• Provide regular performance and market updates to the Commercial Director
• Uphold and promote OEG’s QHSE policies and business values.

Skills

Lead generation

CRM software

Negotiation

Communication

Market research

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

OEG is a leading energy solutions business, providing mission critical infrastructure assets and services to the global offshore energy industry. Through our specialist divisions - topside, marine, subsea, cables, logistics and industrials, we are a pivotal link in the global offshore energy project chain, ensuring our customers’ projects are delivered safely, reliably and efficiently. We are currently seeking a Business Development Manager to join our Subsea Division.

Location

• Den Helder, The Netherlands (Hybrid).

Core Purpose

• Support the growth of the Subsea Division by identifying new opportunities, engaging with prospective and existing clients, and contributing to the execution of the divisional business development strategy.
• Operating under the Commercial Director, this role is responsible for managing parts of the sales pipeline, enhancing client relationships, and supporting tendering and commercial processes in line with OEG’s strategic objectives and values.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in existing and emerging markets within the subsea and offshore energy sectors.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a point of contact and promoting the company’s capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with commercial and operational teams to implement strategic initiatives and meet commercial targets.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, gaps, and potential areas of growth.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations, proposals, and capability statements tailored to specific customer needs.
• Maintain and update CRM systems with opportunity and contact information, ensuring accuracy in pipeline reporting.
• Support the tender and proposal process in coordination with internal bid and contract teams.
• Attend relevant industry events, trade shows, and conferences to represent the Subsea Division and build networks.
• Contribute to marketing and promotional activities in partnership with the central marketing team.
• Provide regular performance and market updates to the Commercial Director
• Uphold and promote OEG’s QHSE policies and business values.

Skills and Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in business development or commercial roles within the offshore, subsea, or energy sectors.
• Proven ability to generate leads and convert them into commercial opportunities.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with project lifecycles, basic contract terms, and risk awareness.
• Competence in CRM software and data-driven sales reporting.
• Collaborate and self-motivated, with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent work experience).

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all applicants.