Job Summary
The Oil & Gas Sector Specialist will drive business growth for the company by identifying opportunities, building relationships, and expanding market share in the Oil & Gas sector. The role focuses on securing strategic partnerships and positioning the company as a competitive player in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Development:
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Maintain and grow existing customer relationships.
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Identify and secure new clients and strategic partnerships.
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Research market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes.
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Cold call, schedule calls, and generate new project opportunities.
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Prepare and present company/product/solution presentations.
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Achieve BD targets and monitor potential order intake.
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Generate enquiries, RFIs, RFQs, and follow through to adjudication.
Administration & Reporting:
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Develop annual business plans for the Oil & Gas sector.
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Maintain customer call reports, project reports, monthly order intake forecasts, and CRM data.
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Support technical queries, product launches, trade shows, and presentations.
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Attend management, BD, sales, and project meetings.
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Communicate relevant project info across the teams.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Matric with N6/S4 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
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Several years’ experience in Oil & Gas (exploration, production, transport, refining).
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Network of industry contacts across Sub-Saharan Africa is advantageous.
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Business management qualification is a plus.
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Strong computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Special Requirements:
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Legal driver’s license and valid passport (for local & international travel).
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Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
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Ability to work independently and make decisions.
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Strong customer service orientation, business acumen, and negotiation skills.
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Willingness to travel within South Africa and Africa.
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Hardworking, ambitious, resourceful, and target-driven.
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Understanding of the project environment and current/future Oil & Gas projects.
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