Area Sales Manager - USA

Area Sales Manager - USA Role: Area Sales Manager – USA Location: Houston, Texas (Field / Remote) Company: Oliver Valves We are looking for a high-performing USA Sales Specialist to drive our commercial growth from the energy capital of the world—Houston, Texas. Reporting directly to our Territory Manager, you will serve as our dedicated boots-on-the-ground technical sales expert. If you are a seasoned sales hunter in the valve industry who loves closing high-value deals and has the engineering background to command respect in the field, this is your stage. About Us With over 45 years of valve technology innovations, Oliver Valves is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of high-quality valves and valve systems, serving industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, and other critical sectors. We’re a profitable, privately owned, and fast-moving company looking for talented individuals to join our team and deliver our strategic objectives. What You’ll Do Drive Revenue: Own the US sales pipeline—hunting for new opportunities, following up on leads, and expanding key accounts across oil & gas, petrochemical, and energy sectors. Be the Face of Oliver Valves: Serve as our primary technical sales expert and brand champion across the US market. Solve Engineering Challenges: Work directly with client engineers, project teams, and procurement to spec and deliver high-performance valve solutions. Support Distributor Networks: Support & empower locally established distributors and their salesforce to drive regional growth and maximise market reach. Build Client Relationships: Establish long-term, trusted partnerships with local EPCs, OEMs, and end-users. Collaborate for Success: Work closely with international sales leadership and technical teams to win complex bids. Coordinate projects locally that impact the world. What We’re Looking For Valve Industry Expertise: Proven track record selling high-performance valves in the energy sector. Engineering Mindset: A degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent technical field) is strongly preferred. Hunter Mentality: Self-motivated, proactive, and driven to open doors and close deals. Houston Based: Centrally located to cover local majors and travel domestic territory as needed. Why Join Us? Sell a top-tier product line backed by decades of UK manufacturing excellence, quality, and industry trust. As our dedicated US representative, you’ll enjoy high visibility and a central role in driving regional success, fully supported by a world-class global engineering team to help you solve complex client requirements—all paired with a strong base salary, rewarding bonus scheme, and full benefits package Ready to drive our US growth? Apply on our website today by submitting your resume and cover letter. Department Sales Role Area Sales Manager Locations Houston TX, USA Remote status Fully Remote About Oliver Valves With over 45 years of valve technology innovations, Oliver Valves is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of high-quality valves and valve systems, serving industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, and other critical sectors. We have won recognised awards for Export, Manufacturing and Growth – as well as the coveted Queens Award and more recently Kings Award for Industry. We’re a profitable, privately owned, and fast-moving company looking for talented individuals to join our team and deliver our strategic objectives.