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 cant 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 August 17th 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.
Required Experience:
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