Regional Sales Manager – OCTG Casing & Tubing Connectors
Location: Houston, TX
Reports to: President
Employment Type: Full-Time / Exempt
The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) for OCTG Casing and Tubing Connectors drives business growth and market share within the assigned region. The RSM develops and manages relationships with oil & gas operators, drilling contractors, distributors, and engineering firms to promote and sell premium and semi‑premium OCTG connector products.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a regional sales strategy to achieve revenue and profitability targets for OCTG casing and tubing connectors.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, including oilfield operators, service companies, and distributors.
- Identify and qualify new business opportunities within the upstream oil and gas sector.
- Present and promote connector solutions through technical presentations, product demonstrations, and field visits.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer requirements to inform sales strategy and product development.
- Collaborate with engineering and technical support teams to provide solutions tailored to customer needs.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms in line with company policies and profitability goals.
- Prepare regular sales forecasts, reports, and market analysis for management.
- Represent the company at industry trade shows, conferences, and customer events.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies, HSE standards, and ethical business practices.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (Mechanical, Petroleum, or Industrial preferred).
- Experience: Minimum 15 years of sales experience in OCTG, oilfield equipment, or related energy sector products.
- Proven track record in B2B technical sales and account management.
- Strong understanding of casing, tubing, and connector technologies (API, semi‑premium, premium).
- Established network of customers and contacts within the oil & gas upstream market preferred.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Self‑motivated, results‑oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to travel regionally and occasionally internationally (up to 50%).
Performance Indicators
- Achievement of regional sales and margin targets.
- Growth in customer base and market share.
- Customer satisfaction and retention rates.
- Pipeline development and opportunity conversion ratio.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus bonus structure.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Travel and business expense reimbursement.