Business Development Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop aircraft, engine, and inventory opportunities for monetizing through strategic market and sales channels.
• Manage and work closely with other departments for the end-to-end aircraft and engine trading process, including asset value evaluation, internal approval, bidding, technical oversight, and stakeholder management.
• Build customized and comprehensive solutions to meet customer expectations.
• Oversee key account customers for new business creation and relationship management.
• Coordinate customer requirements with management, sales, marketing, and other divisions.
• Manage overall customer communication and reporting to ensure consistency.
• Conduct market analysis to identify and develop new business strategies and service offerings.
• Utilize market information and databases to inform strategic decisions regarding aircraft valuations and trading opportunities.
• Lead and oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Ensure understanding of Airbus and Satair organization and compliance requirements.
• Assess business requirements of potential customers.

Requirements

• 4 Year Bachelor's Degree in business or related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years experience in an airline, OEM, MRO, and Asset Trading sales/marketing environment, including experience in Asset Acquisitions, Sales, Procurement, Programs, or Customer Service.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers and vendors.
• Ability to handle various projects and articulate business opportunities.
• Ability to independently represent the company to partners and customers.
• Ability to operate office and electronic equipment, read documents and reports, and participate in conversations daily.
• Able to travel domestically and internationally at short notice, approximately 10-20%.
• Authorized to work in the US without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice to Have

• Experience with aircraft and engine trading, inventory management, and aftermarket sales.
• Experience working in a global or international environment.
• Familiarity with Airbus or Satair organizational processes and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• 4-year bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in airline, OEM, MRO, or asset trading environments.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary and incentive compensation, including profit sharing and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid time off including personal days, holidays, and parental leave.
• Comprehensive health and welfare coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and Employee Assistance Plan.
• Opportunities for upskilling and professional development through global Leadership University and accelerated programs.
• International mobility opportunities.