GWE is looking for a Business Developer with technical background for (West) Africa to expand our global sales force and contribute to GWE’s business development.

This is a challenging position for a technically minded, commercially driven professional with a proven track record in operational sales. The ideal candidate combines strong business development skills with an established network in Africa and a solid understanding of the Food & Beverage industry. You will report directly to the CCO.

Your Tasks & Responsibilities

- Develop and expand GWE's business in (West) Africa by selling complete wastewater treatment plants, waste-to-energy solutions and biogas utilization installations.
- Frequent visits to the area to identify opportunities for GWE’s clients and prospects.
- Introduce and promote GWE's innovative technologies to the prospects and clients.
- Build, maintain and further expand relationships with existing clients, governments, engineering agencies and local advisors.
- Internal communication with the GWE’s sales and engineering team to deliver the economically attractive solution tailored to the clients’ requirements and local conditions.

Candidate Profile

- Technical/Engineering bachelor education.
- Demonstrated ability to translate technical solutions into commercial opportunities.




- Multiple years of operational sales experience in the industry (preferred wastewater/ biogas/ energy). Experience within the Food & Beverage industry is strongly preferred.
- Experience with long sales projects with complex DMU’s.
- Existing network in Africa, preferably in West Africa, and a strong affinity with doing business in the region with recognizable network in the food industry.
- Sales driven, deal closer, enthusiastic, versátil, pro-active.
- Proficiency in the English language (both spoken and written) – knowledge of other languages is an advantage.
- Willingness to travel frequently (approximately 35% of the time).

GWE's customers range from local companies to multinational organizations, primarily active in the Food & Beverage, starch, distillery, palm oil, paper & pulp industries, as well as semi-public waste management companies. Existing relationships within these sectors are considered a strong advantage.

What do we offer?

- Excellent primary and secondary benefits.
- High level of technical support by the zealous and eager sales team.
- Reference projects at worldwide known organizations.
- Entrepreneurship.

If you are looking for a new challenge in a dynamic international environment, send us your resume/CV and motivation letter at [email protected].

📌 Business developer (west) africa (España)
🏢 Global Water & Energy
📍 España