About the Role
Weatherford is one of the largest global providers of products and services spanning the drilling, evaluation, completion, production, and intervention cycles of oil and natural gas wells. We are currently seeking an experienced Technical Sales Lead specializing in Completions to join our dynamic team in Lagos, Nigeria. This strategic role combines technical expertise in oil and gas completions technology with sales leadership to drive revenue growth, build lasting client relationships, and expand Weatherford's market presence across the region.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets for completions product lines in Nigeria and surrounding regions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at major international and national oil and gas operators.
- Lead technical presentations, product demonstrations, and field trials showcasing Weatherford's advanced completions technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, operations, and marketing teams to design customized client solutions.
- Prepare comprehensive technical and commercial proposals, managing accurate sales forecasts using CRM systems.
- Mentor and develop junior technical sales staff to foster a high-performing team culture.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degrees are preferred.
- 7 to 10 years of overall oil and gas industry experience, with at least 5 years focused on completions technology sales or operations.
- Demonstrated expertise in completions equipment including sand control, liner hangers, packers, flow control devices, and intelligent completions.
- Strong understanding of West African oil and gas market dynamics, local content requirements, and Nigerian industry practices.
- Exceptional presentation, negotiation, relationship-building, and written communication skills in English.
- Willingness to travel extensively within Nigeria and occasionally undertake international trips.
- Competitive salary package paired with performance-based incentives and bonuses.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
- Continuous professional development, technical training, and global career growth opportunities.
- Collaborative, innovative work environment with a leading global energy services provider.