Sales Manager

Based in Stavanger, Norway, this leadership role is responsible for driving sustainable commercial growth across the North Sea Area. You will develop and execute area sales strategies, oversee forecasting and budgeting activities, and work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional commercial performance.

As a member of the regional management team, you will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, supporting strategic planning, and ensuring the continued growth and success of NOV's Downhole Technologies business.

What We Offer

At NOV, you'll join a global technology leader committed to delivering innovative equipment, technologies, and services that improve safety, reliability, and operational performance across the energy industry. We offer a collaborative and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within an international organization.

Diversity & Inclusion

At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe that different perspectives drive innovation and success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

• Lead, coach, and develop the Sales team across the North Sea Area to achieve business objectives.
• Drive business growth and deliver sales targets across Norway, the UK, and Denmark.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop strategic customer plans.
• Lead forecasting, budgeting, and sales planning activities.
• Manage the tendering and technical proposal process.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to support commercial decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with NOV's HSE, Quality, ERP, and business processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer support and commercial solutions.
• Contribute as an active member of the management team, supporting strategic initiatives and continuous improvement.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven experience in technical sales within the oil and gas, energy, or a related industrial sector.
• Previous Sales Management experience, including leading, coaching, and developing a sales organization.
• Demonstrated ability to drive business growth and manage strategic customer relationships.
• Strong understanding of well construction, completion, and intervention operations.
• Strong commercial, analytical, and financial acumen.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in Norwegian and English, both written and spoken.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Stavanger, Norway.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, MSc, or another relevant postgraduate qualification.
• Experience with Completion Tools, Downhole Technologies, or well intervention products.
• Experience leading multi-country or international sales activities.
• Established network within the North Sea energy market.