Area Sales Manager – Handling Tools (MEA)

About the role

Represent and promote the full NOV Rig Technologies – Mission product portfolio across the Middle East and Africa. Build, manage and grow relationships with key influencers and decision‑makers in the region while delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales growth.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact between NOV Mission and customers, understanding requirements and proposing value‑added solutions.
• Negotiate commercial terms in line with NOV policies and management guidance.
• Conduct direct sales activities, prepare and deliver customer presentations, and coordinate internal resources.
• Gather and communicate customer feedback, market trends and business opportunities to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain a strong sales pipeline, achieve bookings and forecast targets, and contribute to the Annual Financial Plan.
• Monitor competitor activities, products and market developments, documenting and sharing insights internally.
• Work closely with internal support teams, subject‑matter experts and operations to deliver customer solutions.
• Provide order status updates, support Accounts Receivable with overdue payments and keep accurate sales records.
• Represent NOV Rig Technologies at industry events, conferences and customer gatherings.
• Prepare and submit sales activity reports, forecasts and market intelligence for management.

Required profile

• Extensive knowledge and experience in the upstream oil and gas sector.
• Preferably experience with an OEM, drilling contractor or similar environment.
• Strong ability to negotiate, present solutions and build long‑term customer relationships.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally within the region.

Required skills

• Handling Tools
• Valves
• Drilling consumables
• Pumps
• Pipe handling