Technical Sales & Business Development Manager, Tank & Hold Cleaning

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 (WSS) as Technical Sales & Business Development Manager, Tank & Hold Cleaning

Location: Glasgow, London, Rotterdam, Hamburg | Type: Full-time, Hybrid

We are looking for a commercially driven Technical Sales & Business Development Manager to grow and develop our Tank & Hold Cleaning solutions globally.

In this role, you will drive profitable growth across existing customers while actively developing new business. You will combine strong technical knowledge with a consultative sales approach to help customers maximize value and close high-quality opportunities.

What you will be doing:

• Drive profitable sales growth across existing accounts and new customers

• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, from opportunity identification to deal closure

• Prioritize target customers and execute focused sales activities

• Collaborate closely with Key Account Managers to support joint sales plans

• Identify and follow up on Newbuilding and Dry Dock opportunities

• Develop trusted, long-term relationships through regular customer engagement

• Act as the technical expert for Tank & Hold Cleaning solutions within the sales organization

• Ensure accurate CRM reporting and compliance with WSS sales governance

What you bring:

• International experience in technical or solution-based sales

• Maritime background (sailing or marine engineering experience preferred)

• Proven track record of achieving sales results and closing deals

• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills

• Confident user of CRM systems and MS Office tools

• Excellent communication skills and fluent English

What we are looking for:

• Commercially minded, ambitious, and results-driven

• Able to work independently and manage priorities effectively

• Structured, curious, and quick to learn

• Comfortable driving change in a dynamic environment

What we can offer:

At Wilhelmsen, you will join a global organization known for strong leadership, career development, and work-life balance. We offer a challenging and rewarding role supported by modern tools, digital innovation, and a competitive benefits package tailored to your location.

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