Boeing Product Line Trading Manager

Thales; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation industry is seeking an experienced professional to manage USM activities for Boeing platforms. The role involves sourcing, negotiating, and maintaining customer relationships while achieving commercial objectives. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in aviation, particularly with Boeing products, and proven skills in inventory and margin management. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering excellence in the aviation aftermarket.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in the aviation industry with extensive network and technical knowledge of Boeing products.
• Proven revenue, inventory, margin, and growth attainment.

Responsibilities

• Manage USM activity on Boeing platforms, achieving sales and margin targets.
• Build and nurture customer and supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with trade and export requirements.

Skills

Customer Relationship Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field

Job description

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters, and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference. Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world, and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems, communications, security systems for Dubai International Airport, and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi’s airport.

Job Profile:

• Thales AGS Trading supplies used/recertified parts to the Aviation USM Aftermarket, organized to meet worldwide customer needs for Thales and non-Thales USED spare parts.
• Manage USM activity on Boeing platforms (B737, B757, B767, B777, B787) for AGS Trading, including prospecting, promoting, proposing, negotiating with suppliers, customers, brokers, Airlines, lessors, OEMs, and MRO organizations to support growth in Non-Thales parts, achieving Order Intake, Sales, and Gross Margin targets.

Job Responsibilities:

• Represent AGS to regional customers.
• Coordinate Boeing USM activities worldwide, aiming to meet commercial objectives.
• Identify new revenue sources and contribute to process improvements.
• Update activity and performance reports regularly.
• Stay informed on the technical evolution of Boeing PNs and maintain accurate FMV in ERP.
• Sourcing and procuring Boeing Serviceable/unserviceable equipment, establishing focus on fast-moving parts.
• Create and validate Boeing PN in ERP, ensuring documentation and traceability before purchase.
• Negotiate purchase prices to maximize gross margin.
• Support operations and supply chain regarding Boeing parts repair activities.
• Maintain inventory levels and respond to RFQs promptly.
• Build and nurture customer and supplier relationships, participate in regional events, and develop commercial action plans.
• Achieve monthly order, sales, and margin objectives, and conduct customer satisfaction surveys.
• Ensure full compliance with all trade, export, and integrity requirements, including KYT and signing necessary forms.
• Keep abreast of Boeing PN technical evolutions and market values.
• Provide monthly activity reports, develop customer/supplier visit plans, and support market analysis and strategy development.
• Manage order delivery, update EDD in ERP, and follow up on overdue accounts.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Expertise in Boeing platforms.
• Proven revenue, inventory, margin, and growth attainment.
• Strong customer relationship skills and experience in supply chain, procurement, and pricing.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field.
• 8-10 years in the aviation industry with extensive network and technical knowledge of Boeing products and USM market.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and business skills.
• Experience working in an international matrix organization.

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