Director of Sales, Horizontal Drilling

Sales Director / Sales Leader – Horizontal Drilling

Houston, TX

We are seeking a proven Sales Director to lead and grow our sales organization within the horizontal drilling sector. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who understands the industry, knows how to build strong relationships, and can drive both strategy and results.

The right candidate will bring a combination of industry credibility, leadership strength, and business development expertise, with the ability to guide a sales team while identifying new opportunities for growth, profitability, and market expansion.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth and expand market share
• Lead, coach, and develop the sales team to improve performance and long-term success
• Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and industry professionals
• Oversee sales forecasting, budgeting, and reporting to support business decisions
• Partner with internal teams to drive cross-selling opportunities and joint marketing initiatives
• Help shape the company’s go-to-market approach within the horizontal drilling space
• Create a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement across the sales function

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• 5 years of horizontal drilling industry experience required
• 10 years of sales experience
• 3 years of sales leadership experience
• Strong network and established relationships within the industry
• Proven ability to develop winning sales strategies and deliver measurable results
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Ability to think strategically while also driving day-to-day execution

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing sales organization
• Visible role with direct impact on company growth and market position
• Work alongside industry professionals in a fast-moving, relationship-driven environment
• Strong platform for a sales leader who wants to make a real mark

Ideal Candidate

• You are a relationship-driven sales leader who understands the horizontal drilling market, knows how to open doors, and has the leadership presence to inspire a team. You are both strategic and hands-on, comfortable building plans, tracking performance, and helping your team win in the field.