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Business Development Manager - Energy

Armacell · Texas, US,yesterday,verified 5 h ago

BS-level Technical Service / Sales roles on Crosslinked list a median of $118k (77 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Lead business development and sales of ArmaFlex, ArmaSound and ArmaGel insulation products to Oil & Gas and petrochemical clients.

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Why it is interesting. Own North American strategy for Armacell's Engineered Systems line and shape client specifications from front-end design through installation.

Might not be for you. Roughly 50% travel and 10+ years of insulation industry experience required; sales-focused rather than lab work.

Computational or deskCustomer-facingTechnical expert for customers Senior hires only

Adjacent materials role:Sales of ArmaFlex/ArmaSound/ArmaGel elastomeric foam insulation; asks for technical understanding of insulation products and performance characteristics

Seniority
Senior
Work
Field/travel
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
10+ yrs
Industry
Oil & gas
Role
Technical Service / Sales
Materials
elastomeric foaminsulation products
Benefits
performance-based salary incentive120 hours PTO

Role details

Armacell provides numerous and diverse career opportunities. Add your talent to ours and make a difference around the world! The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong’s R&D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into ArmaFlex, the world's first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, more than 70 years later, ArmaFlex continues to be a pillar of Armacell's success.

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for leading, maintaining and increasing Armacell’s presence in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and Industrial markets in North America to profitably grow our ArmaFlex, ArmaSound and ArmaGel product sales.

What Armacell Can Offer You

  • Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.
  • Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.
  • Generous paid time off including 12 holidays and 120 hours of PTO.
  • Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system.
  • Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead and set business strategy, direction and development for the Armacell Engineered Systems business in North America.
  • Manage and maximize sales and margins for the ArmaFlex, ArmaSound and ArmaGel product ranges.
  • Maintain and develop good customer relationships with influencers and decision makers at all levels including material/technical authorities, engineering & procurement personnel, and senior managers. To include categories such as
  • major end-user clients such as BP, Dow Chemicals, Exxon
  • insulation contractors such as Apache, Petrin, Brock
  • international engineering companies such as McDermott, KBR, Bechtel
  • distributors such as Distribution International, Specialty Products, Bay Insulation
  • Create & defend secure Armacell client specifications at all stages of projects from front-end design, detailed design, procurement, through to installation.
  • Liaise with regional supply chain and customer-service dept to ensure consistent information flow and responsiveness for the customer with respect to ES related materials.
  • Support the global efforts for the expansion of Armacell Engineered Systems with the teams from the other regions including South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
  • Supporting, and leading where appropriate, participation in trade shows, industry associations and standards committees.

Job Qualifications And Requirements

  • BS degree in relevant field, engineering or physics degree preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in the industrial insulation industry.
  • High level of technical understanding of competitor insulation products.
  • Strong technical affinity, ability to identify and communicate technical functional requirements and performance characteristics.
  • Strong IT and analytical skills
  • Effective communication and presentation skills to all levels within organizations.
  • Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Results-oriented, highly-motivated team player that with a strong desire to work with counterparts from different divisions to promote and grow sales globally.
  • Willing to travel around 50%.
  • Ability to excel in a cross-cultural, global-team environment.
  • Possesses professional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Can work independently and multi-task in faced-paced environment.
  • Proven experience in creating technical solutions with end users and being perceived as a technical and commercial equal.

Posting Dates

November 3, 2026 - November 18, 2026

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We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about Armacell, take another look at our website www.armacell.com.

Time Type

Full time

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Common questions

Does Armacell sponsor H-1B visas?

Armacell has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Business Development Manager - Energy role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Business Development Manager - Energy role at Armacell based?

This role is based in Texas, US. Work arrangement: Field/travel.

What degree is required for the Business Development Manager - Energy role at Armacell?

This role asks for a bachelor's degree.

How many years of experience does this Business Development Manager - Energy role require?

The posting calls for at least 10 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Business Development Manager - Energy role work with?

elastomeric foam, insulation products.