Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP

Business Development Manager (Hydraulics)

Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP • $80K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Engineering degree (Mechanical preferred) or equivalent practical experience.
  • 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 (50–70%).

Responsibilities

  • Drive disproportionate growth by developing new business and expanding key customer relationships.
  • Lead direct sales efforts with value-based solutions supported by application engineering.
  • Monitor market trends and customer needs, translating insights into growth strategies.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, R&D, Marketing, Pricing, and Supply Chain for new opportunities.
  • Engage with major OEMs and customers through regular on?site visits.
  • Support sales through lead generation initiatives, tools, training, and market intelligence.
  • Utilize CRM to track opportunities and customer interactions.
  • Represent the company at industry trade shows and events.
Full Job Description
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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About Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP

Freudenberg Nonwovens is a leading manufacturer of nonwoven fabrics for a variety of industries, including automotive, construction, filtration, healthcare, and hygiene. The company's products are used in a wide range of applications, from air and liquid filtration to wound care and feminine hygiene. Freudenberg Nonwovens is a subsidiary of the Freudenberg Group, a global technology company with operations in more than 60 countries. The company was founded in 1849 and is headquartered in Weinheim, Germany. Freudenberg Nonwovens has manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
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Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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