Business Development Director – Metal Forming / HVAC

LocationWisconsin, United States
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

Business Development Director – Metal Forming / HVAC

We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven Business Development Director

to spearhead growth in the

Metal Forming

and

HVAC

sectors. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving expansion, leading global partnerships, and managing a lean team of technical sales professionals. As part of the MotulTech organization, this position operates at the intersection of innovation, engineering, and business—with access to a world-class product portfolio and international support structure.

The ideal candidate brings a strong engineering acumen, proven experience in industrial business development, and a confident presence in high-stakes, corporate-level negotiations. You will lead initiatives that shape the future of our industrial segment, influence product strategy, and directly contribute to our bottom line.

This is a remote role with global travel responsibilities.


Key Responsibilities:


Strategic Growth & Leadership

Define and execute business development strategies to expand market share and profitability across North America and global territories.

Identify new business opportunities and emerging markets in the

Metal Forming

and

HVAC

industries.

Represent the organization in high-level negotiations with strategic customers, OEMs, and industry partners.
Translate customer and market needs into actionable commercial strategies.


Team Management & Development

Lead and mentor a team of technical sales managers and engineers.
Foster a high-performance culture grounded in accountability, innovation, and customer excellence.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, marketing, and production to align technical capabilities with business goals.


P&L Ownership & Business Operations

Oversee full P&L responsibility for the segment; track KPIs and financial performance against targets.
Manage forecasting, pricing strategy, and margin improvement initiatives.
Ensure alignment with corporate financial objectives and reporting protocols.


Market Intelligence & Representation

Monitor industry trends, competitor strategies, and emerging technologies to guide strategic planning.
Act as a senior representative at industry events, trade shows, and key customer meetings globally.
Maintain a strong voice for the business unit in internal strategy discussions.


Qualifications & Competencies:


Required:

8+ years of experience in business development, commercial leadership, or strategic sales in industrial markets—ideally within

metal forming

,

HVAC

, or

lubricants

.

Strong understanding of

engineering principles

, manufacturing processes, and product development cycles.

Demonstrated success in

corporate negotiations

, strategic planning and P&L Management.

Proven leadership experience, with a focus on talent development and team performance.
Open to significant travel commitments. In the

first 1–2 years

, travel will be

primarily within North America (up to 80%)

, with

international travel increasing progressively

as the region matures and growth expands globally.


Preferred:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields.

Multilingual—fluency in a second language such as Spanish, German, or French is a strong asset.
Prior experience within a

global matrix organization

or in managing cross-regional stakeholders.


What We Offer:

A leadership role in a growing global company backed by the Motul brand

Exposure to international markets and career advancement pathways
Competitive base salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits package
Flexibility with a remote work setup and regular international engagements


Location:

Remote (North America)


Reports To:

Executive Leadership

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