Location: Houston, Texas (Service Center: 5006 Railroad Street, Deer Park)
Travel: Regional (incl. Louisiana and key client sites) | Start: ASAP
Competitive Base Salary and Incentive Pay
TESS is entering a new growth phase and seeks an experienced Country Manager to lead our operations in Houston and Louisiana. With a solid presence in Deer Park, TESS delivers critical industrial hose solutions and is expanding into Hose Management, Site Services, and Bunkering & Composite Hoses. This is a high-impact role focused on strategic sales, operational excellence, and cultural transformation.
Ideal Candidate
- Technical expertise in industrial hose & fluid systems
- Proven B2B sales success, esp. in offshore/energy sectors
- Leadership and team-building capability
- Customer-first mindset with commercial drive
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Houston team to 30% YoY growth and execute an offshore acquisition in Louisiana
- Drive a high-performance, customer-focused culture
- Represent TESS with clients and at industry events
- Align structure, people & systems to business goals
At TESS, it's not about being the best—it’s about always improving. We value performance over perfection, prioritizing customer focus, strategic technical sales, and continuous development to drive meaningful results.
About TESS
With over 50 years of experience, TESS is a global leader in hose and fluid solutions, operating in nine countries with more than 1,400 employees. We support the full project lifecycle—from engineering to decommissioning—for leading clients in the energy sector. As a foundation-owned company, we are committed to reinvesting in sustainability, our people, and long-term growth.
Strategic Strengths
- Advanced Hose Management & On-site Services
- Customized, cost-effective fluid handling
- Deep engineering & problem-solving expertise
- Global scale with responsive local support
- Reliable supply chain & fast delivery
- Certified, sustainable, and compliant solutions
Our Values
- Customer-first, 24/7 service mindset
- Built on trust and technical excellence
- People are our core strength
- Long-term, sustainable growth focus
Ready to shape the future of TESS in the U.S.? Contact us to apply or refer a candidate.
Knut Jølberg, Sales and Market Director TESS International