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Business Development / Technical Sales Manager Automated Lubrication Systems – Engineered Solutions (SKF Lubrication Lifetime Solutions) Location: UK (with regional and key account travel) Role Type: Permanent | Full-time About the Role SKF Lubrication Lifetime Solutions (LLS) is strengthening its solutions-led approach and is looking for a Business Development / Technical Sales Manager to drive growth in engineered automated lubrication systems. This role focuses on identifying, shaping, and securing complex, high-value engineered solutions projects within heavy industry, combining strong technical credibility with commercial acumen to position SKF as a long-term reliability and lifecycle partner. Key Responsibilities • Proactively identify and develop engineered automated lubrication opportunities • Lead early-stage technical discussions and solution concept development • Translate customer challenges into engineered SKF lubrication system solutions • Develop value-based technical and commercial proposals, including ROI and lifecycle cost justifications • Own or co-own complex opportunities through to order intake • Support handover to project delivery, commissioning, and service teams • Collaborate closely with sales, engineering, distributors, and key end-user customers Industry Focus Primary industries: Metals, Pulp & Paper, Energy, Marine Secondary industry: Food & Beverage What we expect you to have • Solid background in automated lubrication systems or related technologies (e.g. hydraulics) • Experience or application knowledge within heavy industrial environments • Technical sales or business development experience • Ability to translate customer problems into engineered system concepts • Confidence in leading early-stage technical and commercial discussions • Consultative, solutions-led selling approach with commercial curiosity • Ability to manage both short-cycle and long-cycle sales opportunities Would be an asset: • Exposure to reliability engineering or asset management • Experience with engineered or capital project delivery Role Impact This role is critical to increasing engineered solutions penetration, improving margin quality, strengthening long-term reliability partnerships, and driving service and lifecycle revenue growth while reducing reactive, component-driven sales. Additional information UK-based role with regular travel to customer sites. Please note that we can't accept applications via email, due to GDPR. Is this you? If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV and cover letter, as soon as possible and no later than September 18th, 2026. We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible. At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.
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