Industry Sales Manager - Oil & Gas
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role
At Sulzer, we're a global leader in fluid engineering and rotating equipment services, helping customers maximise reliability, improve performance and reduce downtime. With over 190 years of innovation, operations across the globe, and a strong presence in Africa, we support some of the world's most critical industries.We're looking for an experienced Industry Sales Manager - Oil & Gas to drive growth across South Africa's Oil & Gas sector and strengthen our position as the service partner of choice.
Your Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Develop and execute the sales strategy for the Oil & Gas industry segment.
Drive sustainable growth through new business development and key account management.
Build strong relationships with operators, EPC contractors, refineries, petrochemical facilities and maintenance teams.
Identify opportunities for maintenance, repair, overhaul, retrofit and field service solutions.
Lead commercial negotiations and contract discussions.
Collaborate with service centres and operational teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and deliver against revenue and profitability targets.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities within the Oil & Gas sector.
To Succeed in This Role, You Will Need
Proven experience in technical sales, business development or account management within the Oil & Gas industry.
Knowledge of rotating equipment, pumps, compressors, turbines, motors, electromechanical equipment or industrial services.
Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering sales growth.
Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
The ability to influence decision-makers and develop long-term customer partnerships.
A results-driven mindset with a passion for identifying and winning new business.
A relevant technical or commercial qualification is advantageous.
What we offer you
Medical aid contribution
Provident contribution
Group life and disability cover
Employee wellness and assistance program
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.