Strategic Technical Sales Manager, Lubrication Systems

Gruppo SKF; Banbury; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF Lubrication Lifetime Solutions is seeking a Business Development / Technical Sales Manager to drive growth in engineered automated lubrication systems. You will identify opportunities, shape concepts, and present value-based proposals to secure long-term partnerships with heavy industry clients.

Based in the UK with regional travel, you will collaborate with sales, engineering, distributors and end-users to deliver engineered solutions and lifecycle revenue growth while supporting project

Qualifications

• Solid background in automated lubrication systems or related technologies (e.g. hydraulics).
• Experience in 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.

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.

Skills

Technical sales

Business development

Lubrication systems

Hydraulics

Industry knowledge

Job description

SKF Lubrication Lifetime Solutions is seeking a Business Development / Technical Sales Manager to drive growth in engineered automated lubrication systems. You will identify opportunities, shape concepts, and present value-based proposals to secure long-term partnerships with heavy industry clients.

Based in the UK with regional travel, you will collaborate with sales, engineering, distributors and end-users to deliver engineered solutions and lifecycle revenue growth while supporting project