Business Development Manager – Hydraulics

Freudenberg Group

Business Development Manager leading strategy and operations for hydraulic business at Freudenberg. Generating new business and developing customer relationships to drive growth in the market.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

hydraulic systemsapplication engineeringbusiness developmentsalesmarketingproduct managementmarket intelligencelead generationcustomer relationship management (CRM)high load and high pressure systems

Soft Skills

communicationpresentationrelationship buildingstrategic thinkingcross-functional collaborationcustomer engagementinsight translationvalue-based sellingteam leadershipadaptability

Tools & Technologies

CRM softwaresales toolsmarket analysis toolstrade show representationseminar participationassociation eventscustomer interaction trackingproduct development supportsupply chain managementpricing strategies

Certifications & Qualifications

Engineering degree (Chemical or Mechanical)equivalent practical experience

Industry Keywords

hydraulic businessOEMsmarket trendscustomer needsgrowth strategiessales organizationhigh-value customer relationshipsdisproportionate growthon-site visitsextensive travel

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive disproportionate growth of Summit’s Hydraulic Business by leading strategy and operations
Generate new business and develop 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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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