Business Development Manager (Hydraulics)

Location: United States of America — Remote; frequent on-site customer visits and 25–40% travel within North America required.

Company

hirify.global is part of the Freudenberg Group and operates in the chemical, lubrication, and industrial products sector.

What you will do

• Lead strategy and operations to grow the hydraulic business and generate new opportunities.
• Drive direct sales by delivering value-based solutions supported by application engineering.
• Monitor market trends and customer needs and translate insights into growth strategies.
• Work with Sales, Engineering, R&D, Marketing, Pricing, and Supply Chain on opportunities and product development.
• Build relationships with major OEMs and customers through on-site visits, trade shows, seminars, and industry events.
• Use CRM tools to track opportunities, customer interactions, and industry intelligence, while supporting lead generation, sales tools, and training.

Requirements

• Engineering degree, preferably in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 3 years of experience with hydraulic systems operating under high load and high pressure.
• At least 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or marketing within the chemical or lubrication industry.
• Proven ability to grow markets and influence cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel 25–40% within North America and conduct frequent on-site customer visits.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work arrangement based in the United States.
• Full-time employment.
• Equal opportunity workplace committed to diversity and inclusion.