Business Development Executive - Upstream

** Not just a job, but a career
** Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio) technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.
** About the Team
** Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.#

** Shape the Future of Decarbonization and Digital Transformation with KBC
** KBC (A Yokogawa Company), is a global technology-based consulting company that delivers world-class process optimization and energy solutions to the oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, and polymer industries. We blend decades of deep industry expertise with cutting-edge digital technologies enabling clients to achieve operational excellence, sustainability, and profitability. With a focus on decarbonization and net-zero goals, our integrated solutions have helped avoid 400 million tonnes of CO₂ since 1979.

At KBC, you’ll be part of a team that empowers industries to navigate the energy transition and accelerate the path to net-zero — all while building a rewarding, future-focused career.# #
** Job Purposes
** Responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive sales strategy to expand KBC’s presence in the upstream sector.

Actively influences Production Optimization, Digital Transformation, Asset Management, Automation and Decarbonization of the Upstream by enabling the adoption and implementation of KBC’s Consulting and Technology Solutions, Simulation, Analytics and cloud technologies in the sector.

Plays the role of the client expert within the Americas geo-market and acts in conjunction with the internal teams to set strategy and close sales for each client. Responsible for coordinating the internal team to ensure the sales strategy is successfully executed and commercial targets delivered.  Advance upstream sales and business development by building strategic relationships and aligning client needs with KBC's value proposition, while managing deals pipeline, and defining tailored solutions that meet customers' business and operational goals.#

** Responsibilities**
* ** Business Development
- ** Participate in formulating the strategy and identifying, evaluating, and structuring key transactions to ensure continued financial health and maximum value creation through the entire sales engagement and product life cycle. Transactions may involve alliances, collaborations, mergers and acquisitions, in and out licensing initiatives, and other activities.
* ** Customer Relationship Development / Prospecting
- ** Develop and implement a relationship management plan for strategic, complex potential accounts to build key relationships at local and national levels. Coordinate the engagement of KBC with the customer organization to ensure effective two-way flow of information and resolution of issues.
* ** Customer Needs Clarification
- ** Consult with a range of customer representatives at different levels to identify the outcomes they require, introducing relevant internal specialists and utilizing their expertise to gather and analyze complex customer data, clarify mid- to long-term customer needs, and develop and agree to a specification of customer requirements.
* ** Sales Opportunities Creation
- ** Actively create and drive new business opportunities by engaging directly with potential clients, attending industry events, and building a strong personal network of senior decision-makers. Represent the Company externally to uncover…