Maritime Growth Director — Americas New Markets

Core Group Resources; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Group Resources is seeking a Director of Business Development - Maritime to drive growth across the Americas. You will hunt new clients, craft strategic plans, and build lasting partnerships in the maritime sectors, including merchant shipping and offshore support vessels.

This senior role requires navigating executive-level conversations and leading multi-region pursuits. You will lead opportunities from prospecting to close, collaborating with global teams to deliver value in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Proven success in winning new business in MSP, ICT, or systems integrator environments.
• Strong background in maritime industry, especially merchant shipping, offshore support vessels, or inland marine sectors.
• Experience engaging with C-level stakeholders using a consultative sales approach.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new territories or markets from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Identify, target, and secure new maritime sector clients across North and South America.
• Develop and implement strategic account plans to win new business and recurring revenue.
• Collaborate with internal teams and global stakeholders to support complex sales pursuits.
• Conduct in-person meetings with clients across the region to establish relationships and close deals.
• Deliver compelling sales presentations, prepare proposals, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Provide market intelligence, customer insights, and competitive feedback to inform product and strategy enhancements.

Skills

Maritime sales

New business development

Strategic account planning

C-level engagement

Education

Engineering degree

MBA (nice to have)

Job description

Core Group Resources is seeking a Director of Business Development - Maritime to drive growth across the Americas. You will hunt new clients, craft strategic plans, and build lasting partnerships in the maritime sectors, including merchant shipping and offshore support vessels.

This senior role requires navigating executive-level conversations and leading multi-region pursuits. You will lead opportunities from prospecting to close, collaborating with global teams to deliver value in a dynamic