Business Development Manager (Hydraulics)

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

Requirements:

• 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%)