Sales Director – Marine Services

Our client is a leading provider of comprehensive marine services, including salvage, towage, offshore construction, dredging, pollution response, and other critical services. We are seeking an ambitious and results-driven Sales Director to lead and accelerate growth in our markets.

As Sales Director, you will lead our sales strategy, driving revenue growth across our diverse portfolio of marine services. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will build and mentor a high-performing sales team while personally developing key client relationships in shipping, offshore energy, insurance, and government sectors.

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve aggressive revenue targets
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in salvage, towage, construction, and related marine services
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with decision-makers with shipowners, operators, P&I clubs, oil majors, and contractors
• Develop and deliver service offerings and quotes
• Collaborate with operations and technical teams to create compelling, tailored proposals
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and pricing strategies

• 6+ years of progressive maritime sales experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong existing network within the maritime, offshore energy, or marine insurance sectors
• Deep understanding of marine services (salvage, towage, wreck removal, offshore construction, emergency response)
• Experience selling complex, high-value technical services to sophisticated clients
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate sales teams
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and closing skills