Aerospace Aftermarket Strategy & Bid Management Lead

Safran; Preston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Business Development Manager to support aftermarket sales and growth targets across Large Commercial, Regional & Business and Helicopter segments in the UK. You will build a 12–24 month strategic pipeline, manage RFQ/bid processes, strengthen customer relationships, and collaborate with BI/Proposal teams.

The role requires a pragmatic commercial mindset, ability to analyze market dynamics, and experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver revenue growth within a

Qualifications

• Familiar with aerospace aftermarket industry practices and business models.
• Knowledge of helicopter, regional & business and civil aircraft markets.
• Technical understanding of flight controls and hydraulic systems an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage finance insights.

Responsibilities

• Support aftermarket sales delivery and growth targets in the assigned UK territory.
• Build and maintain a 12–24 month strategic opportunity pipeline aligned to priority platforms and customers.
• Lead RFQ and bid management processes to improve speed, quality and win rates.
• Develop market intelligence and strengthen customer relationships to drive revenue.

Skills

Aerospace market knowledge

Business acumen

Customer relationship management

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Safran is seeking a Business Development Manager to support aftermarket sales and growth targets across Large Commercial, Regional & Business and Helicopter segments in the UK. You will build a 12–24 month strategic pipeline, manage RFQ/bid processes, strengthen customer relationships, and collaborate with BI/Proposal teams.

The role requires a pragmatic commercial mindset, ability to analyze market dynamics, and experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver revenue growth within a