Business Development Manager (Hydraulics)

Klüber Lubrication NA LP

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US - Remote remote Until 8/23/2026 5+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted May 1, 2026 Last posted June 17, 2026
Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

  • Drive disproportionate growth of Summit’s Hydraulic Business by leading strategy and operations, generating new business and developing high-value customer relationships.
  • Lead direct sales efforts by delivering value‑based solutions supported by strong application engineering.
  • Monitor market trends and customer needs, translating insights into actionable growth strategies.
  • Partner closely with Sales, Engineering, R&D, Marketing, Pricing, and Supply Chain to support new opportunities and product development.
  • Engage regularly with major OEMs and customers through frequent on‑site visits.
  • Support the sales organization through lead generation initiatives, sales tools, training, and market intelligence.
  • Utilize CRM to track opportunities, customer interactions, and industry insights.
  • Represent Summit at industry trade shows, seminars, and association events.​

Qualifications:

  • Engineering degree (Chemical or Mechanical preferred) or equivalent practical experience.
  • 3+ years of experience with hydraulic systems operating under high load and high pressure
  • 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, marketing, or product management.
  • Proven ability to grow markets and influence cross‑functional teams.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.
  • Willingness to travel extensively (around 50%).

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Klüber Lubrication NA LP
About this role

Summary

Lead hydraulic business growth through strategy, sales, and client relationships.

Job title

Business Development Manager (Hydraulics)

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

remote work in the united states allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

engineering degreehydraulic systemssalescommunicationCRM

Preferred skills

application engineeringmarket analysisrelationship building

Specializations

hydraulicssalesbusiness developmentcustomer relationshipsmarket analysis
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

United States

Remote Country