Technical Sales & Business Development Manager - Tank & Hold Cleaning

Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime solutions provider is seeking a Technical Sales & Business Development Manager in Singapore. The role involves driving growth in the Tank & Hold Cleaning segment, developing customer relationships, and requiring strong technical sales experience. Ideal candidates will have a marine engineering background and skills in sales and customer management along with a focus on the maritime industry. A competitive benefits package and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Benefits

Collaborative team environment

Competitive benefits package

Focus on personal development

Qualifications

• International technical sales experience is a strong plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven record of driving results and closing deals.

Responsibilities

• Grow sales and profitability by developing existing accounts and winning new business.
• Identify and chase new opportunities across the global maritime sector.
• Own the sales pipeline from prospecting to closing.

Skills

Sales

Technical knowledge

Customer relationship management

Negotiation

Marine industry knowledge

Education

Background in marine engineering or sales

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

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Technical Sales & Business Development Manager - Tank & Hold Cleaning

Apply locations Singapore time type Full time posted on Posted 7 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: August 19, 2025 (20 days left to apply) job requisition id JOBREQ_9963

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 Technical Sales & Business Development Manager Tank & Hold Cleaning

Location: Singapore | Type: Full-time

Wilhelmsen Ships Service operates in more than 70 countries, delivering marine products and services to vessels. Our customers rely on us to provide seamless service no matter where their ships travel — and we deliver this through a truly global supply network. With innovation, quality, and teamwork at our core, we’re shaping the future of the maritime industry.

WSS is on the lookout for a driven and commercially minded Technical Sales & Business Development Manager to take the lead in growing our Tank & Hold Cleaning product segment. If you're passionate about sales, thrive in a technical environment, and enjoy building strong customer relationships – we want to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Grow sales and profitability by developing existing accounts and winning new business.

• Identify and chase new opportunities across the global maritime sector.

• Own the sales pipeline – from prospecting to closing, including New Building (NBI) and Dry Dock (DD) projects.

• Collaborate with Key Account Managers to align solutions with customer needs and sales strategy.

• Become the expert – provide technical guidance, answer advanced queries, and help customers understand the full value of our products.

• Strengthen relationships with regular face-to-face visits and multilevel account engagement.

• Use data and CRM tools to track progress and ensure smooth execution and governance.

What you bring:

• A background in marine engineering or sales – formal qualifications are great, but relevant experience matters more.

• International technical sales experience is a strong plus.

• Knowledge of the maritime industry – sailing experience or time spent in ship engine rooms? Even better.

• A proven record of driving results and closing deals.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

What we’re looking for:

• A self-starter with strong planning and time management skills.

• Commercially sharp, ambitious, and goal-oriented.

• Confident in global networking.

• Adaptable, curious, and eager to learn and grow.

• Ready to challenge the status quo and drive change.

What we offer:

At Wilhelmsen, you won’t just have a job – you’ll be shaping the future of maritime innovation. With one of the largest maritime networks in the world, we deliver real impact: if it floats, chances are our products are on board.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values leadership, personal development, and work-life balance. We also offer a competitive benefits package tailored to your location and role, as well as the tools and training to help you thrive in a digital-first future.

Work location: Singapore

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

Closing Date: 18.08.2025

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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.