Odfjell Technology
Product Line Manager – Drilling Tools Rental
Odfjell TechnologyNorway20 hours ago
ContractProduct Management, Marketing
Odfjell Technology delivers safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions that save time, cost, and reduce carbon emissions for our clients. Our people connect 50 years of industry experience with the technology of tomorrow. With projects in more than 20 countries we are looking for talented people who can help us overcome the today’s challenges and realise the opportunities ahead.

We are now seeking an experienced Product Line Manager to lead and grow our Drilling Tools Rental product line. This is a senior leadership role with global responsibility, requiring deep technical knowledge, commercial acumen, and strong client engagement skills. You will play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, driving growth, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple regions.

Job Title: Product Line Manager – Drilling Tools Rental

Location: Houston, Aberdeen, Dubai or Stavanger (is preferred)

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and specialist support across all aspects of the Drilling Tools Rental product line
  • Develop and implement the technical and commercial roadmap for sustainable growth
  • Support Geo markets with tendering, client engagement, and building a global tender library
  • Own and manage equipment design standards, specifications, datasheets, and intellectual property
  • Collaborate with executives, Operations Managers, and VP I&D to:
  • Establish annual sales, operational, and investment budgets
  • Monitor financial performance and deliver against growth targets
  • Ensure adequate resources (personnel and equipment) are in place globally
  • Drive global marketing and sales initiatives
  • Lead identification and development of new technologies, products, and services
  • Ensure compliance with statutory, contractual, and industry requirements
  • Standardize global processes, procedures, and performance standards
  • Drive training, competence development, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Partner with Supply Chain to build vendor, manufacturing, and standardization strategies
  • Actively represent the product line at conferences, exhibitions, and client events
  • Improve business processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and output
  • Serve as the voice of the customer, identifying challenges and implementing solutions


Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Drilling Tools or related product line management
  • Strong technical and commercial understanding of product line business
  • Proven international experience with an established client network
  • Demonstrated credibility with line organizations through hands-on experience
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills
  • Fluency in English (written and oral)
  • Prior management experience is an advantage
  • Client-focused with a solution-oriented mindset
  • Adaptable leader with the ability to work across cultures and regions


Why you should join our team

The Odfjell group recognises that the shift to renewable energy requires a new way of thinking. By leveraging diverse, cross-functional teams we drive innovation, sustainability, and technological improvements across the business. Our people are at the heart of what we do to drive change as we continue to shape and grow the business.

We strive to create a satisfying and motivating workplace for our employees and an arena for sharing experiences with a focus on ongoing learning and development. Our employees report high levels of empowerment, open dialogue, and trust.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are pre-conditions to succeed in a global marketplace. We believe our company values should be reflected in the everyday behaviour of our leaders and employees alike.

We Offer

  • Learning and development support
  • Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment
  • Part of a global company with opportunities for growth and development.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits including paid time-off, insurances and retirement
  • Flexible home office opportunities


We live our core values – creative, competent, result oriented, committed – while always being safety conscious.

We use Semac background checks in our recruitment process.