5+ years of technical sales or business development experience in industrial services, preferably in petrochemical/refining maintenance, turnaround services, or environmental compliance.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Environmental Science, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., API, LDAR) are a plus.
Proven track record of selling complex, project-based services to industrial clients such as refineries and chemical plants.
Willingness to travel up to 50% for client visits, site walks, and industry events.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical solutions in terms of business value.
Responsibilities
Drive revenue growth for the assigned line of business within the designated region, meeting company targets consistently.
Act as the Subject Matter Expert for tank cleaning, waste processing, vapor control, and specialty mechanical services.
Collaborate with management to develop and implement market strategies and business objectives.
Attend business development and regional sales meetings to enhance communication and share technical expertise.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including maintenance managers and environmental compliance officers.
Conduct site assessments to understand client needs and provide tailored solutions.
Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract closing and project handover.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing industry with a focus on innovative solutions.
Engagement with key stakeholders and industry leaders at conferences and trade shows.
Professional development through collaboration with technical experts and project managers.
Exposure to a variety of complex projects in the petrochemical and refining sectors.
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Line of Business Sales Specialist has direct responsibility for the profitable revenue growth throughout the designated areas of coverage and responsibility for their respective line of business specialties within Technical Services, Site Services, or Onsite Services.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the revenue growth for the particular line of business as assigned within the assigned region or territory. Revenue growth must meet Company targets and must be consistent from year to year. Directly responsible for meeting and exceeding the outside revenue expectations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Must be the "Subject Matter Expert" and the go to person for the respective Line of Business including tank cleaning and degassing, fixed facility design and operation for waste processing, vapor control management, leak detection and repair (LDAR), and specialty mechanical services such as hot tapping, technical bolting, and field machining. We deliver safe, compliant, and innovative solutions that minimize downtime, ensure regulatory adherence, and optimize operational efficiency during maintenance, turnarounds, and daily operations.
Works with LOB Management in formulating, developing and implementing market strategies, market penetration and business goals and objectives for their assigned lines of business
Attend Business Development Meetings and Regional Sales meetings to maximize communication with local Specialists and Account Managers regarding technical expertise, LOB/enhancements, value proposition, and competitor updates as needed
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including maintenance managers, turnaround planners, environmental compliance officers, and operations directors.
Conduct site assessments and technical discussions to understand client requirements, such as reducing tank out-of-service time, achieving VOC emissions compliance, or performing hot work without shutdowns.
Collaborate with technical experts, project managers, and estimators to prepare detailed proposals, cost estimates, safety plans, and scopes for RFPs, turnarounds, and ongoing service contracts.
Manage the full sales cycle: from lead generation and opportunity identification to negotiation, contract closing, and handover to project execution teams.
Achieve or exceed quarterly and annual sales targets for service lines including automated/non-entry tank cleaning, thermal oxidizer/vapor combustor deployments, LDAR monitoring and repair, on-site facility operations, and mechanical specialties.
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations (e.g., EPA LDAR requirements, VOC controls, API standards), and competitive offerings in refinery turnarounds and maintenance.
Develop sales forecasts, maintain accurate pipeline tracking in CRM, and provide market intelligence on client needs and competitor activity.
Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and client events focused on refining, petrochemicals, and industrial services
Ensure local business development agents sell ahead of opportunities and clearly define each customer's non-price value proposition
Responsible for account ownership and designated revenue responsibility in assigned accounts
Provide technical expertise with regards to planning and execution of the assigned LOB
Maintain company/contact information and document all sales calls, customer visits and business opportunities
Assist with significant job scopes and customer appointments as necessary
Active Member of the marketing team targeting specific Verticals, as needed. Work with local Sales and Operations, Facility Operations, and Vertical Sales to grow revenue in their LOB
Qualifications
Qualifications
5+ years of technical sales or business development experience in industrial services, preferably in petrochemical/refining maintenance, turnaround services, or environmental compliance.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Environmental Science, or a related field; advanced degree or equivalent experience with relevant certifications (e.g., API, LDAR) a plus.3-5 years of financial management, logistics or sales experience
Proven track record of selling complex, project-based services to industrial clients (e.g., refineries, chemical plants, terminals).
Willingness to travel up to 50% for client visits, site walks, and industry events.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical solutions in terms of business value (e.g., reduced downtime, compliance assurance, cost savings).
Preferred Skills
Direct experience in refinery/petrochemical turnarounds or maintenance planning.
Established network in the downstream oil & gas industry or with key clients/operators.
Knowledge of safety standards (e.g., OSHA, confined space entry) and regulatory frameworks (e.g., EPA, state VOC rules).
