Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Klüber Lubrication is a global leader in specialty lubrication and part of the Freudenberg Group, offering innovative solutions across various industries. They are seeking a Business Development Manager (Hydraulics) to drive growth, develop customer relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new opportunities and product development.
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
Skills
- 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%)
Benefits
- 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
- Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
- International Opportunities: Grow in your career through international exchange and global job opportunities.
- Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
- Performance Related Bonus: When you have an impact, you can reap the rewards.
Company Overview
Klüber Lubrication – your global specialist Klüber Lubrication offers expert tribological solutions by supplying high-performance specialty lubricants directly to customers in almost all branches of industry and regional markets. It was founded in 1929, and is headquartered in Munich, Bayern, DEU, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.klueber.com/.