Business Development Manager – Oil and Gas

Element Solutions Inc

Business Development Manager responsible for identifying and maximizing growth opportunities in subsea oil and gas equipment. Collaborating cross-functionally to build strategic partnerships and deliver innovative solutions.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,341 - $164,011 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in market analysis, customer relationship management, and product development strategies, with a strong focus on driving growth in the subsea oil and gas drilling and production equipment sector.

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Market Dynamics AnalysisPricing Strategy DevelopmentCross-Functional Initiative ManagementInterpersonal SkillsContract Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Growth Opportunity IdentificationCustomer SegmentationCompetitive PositioningValue Proposition DevelopmentDeal StructuringKPI TrackingRevenue Target Management

Soft Skills

Strong Negotiation SkillsExcellent Presentation SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Industry Keywords

Subsea Oil and GasDrilling EquipmentProduction EquipmentMarket Entry StrategiesCustomer Satisfaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics to uncover new business prospects
Build and nurture relationships with key customers, distributors, and industry stakeholders
Drive new product introductions, market entry strategies, and pricing models in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and R&D
Work closely with technical teams to translate customer challenges into product development opportunities
Lead contract negotiations and ensure alignment with business objectives and compliance standards
Track KPIs, revenue targets, and customer satisfaction to ensure sustainable growth
Attend industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote our brand and solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record in identifying and executing growth opportunities
Strong understanding of market dynamics, customer segmentation, and competitive positioning
Skilled in pricing strategy, value proposition development, and deal structuring
Ability to grasp product functionality and translate technical features into customer benefits, ideally in subsea oil and gas drilling and production equipment
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to close complex deals
Experience managing cross-functional initiatives from concept to execution
Excellent presentation and stakeholder engagement capabilities
Comfortable working across cultures, regions, and time zones

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive base salary
generous performance related bonus plan
401k plan with company matching
Life Insurance
Medical Insurance
9 holidays