The Business Development Manager is responsible for leading projects, solving complex problems, and improving processes while working independently and mentoring junior staff.
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Responsibilities:- Drive disproportionate growth of Summit’s Gas Compressor 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.
- Engineering degree (Chemical or Mechanical preferred) or equivalent practical experience.
- 3+ years of experience with industrial gas compressors, including oil-flooded rotary screw and oil-lubricated reciprocating units.
- 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%).
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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