Sales Specialist – West Africa Oil

About the role

The Sales Specialist will drive revenue growth for Argus’ oil services across West Africa. You will expand existing client relationships and develop new business opportunities by applying strategic sales planning, proactive outreach, and deep market knowledge.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to and execute a sales strategy for the West Africa territory, targeting crude, products, LPG and biofuels.
• Meet and exceed sales growth targets for the assigned service portfolio.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key users, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Communicate Argus’ value proposition clearly to clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with sales, product, client services and marketing teams.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and regulatory changes affecting the region.

Required profile

• 5‑10 years of successful sales experience with complex solutions in a competitive environment.
• Demonstrated experience in commodity markets, specifically crude, products, LPG or biofuels in Africa.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship‑building and organizational abilities.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.

Required skills

What we offer

• A dynamic, award‑winning environment that encourages entrepreneurial initiative.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Work within a highly motivated, global team.