Global Aerospace Sales Leader – Typhoon Export

Leonardo

Newcastle upon Tyne

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 78,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Leonardo is seeking a Sales Manager for Typhoon Export to drive strategic growth of support contracts and manage international export campaigns. You will lead cross-functional teams across Commercial, Capability, Programme Management, Engineering and Finance to win profitable business in a demanding aerospace and defence environment.

The role requires deep market insight, strong leadership, and the ability to influence at senior levels, including diplomatic and governmental stakeholders.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has strong understanding of domestic and international defence and aerospace markets.
Experience and proven success in strategic selling and complex systems capture.
Strong understanding of the Eurofighter Typhoon programme and its international partner relations.
Comfort with market and competitor analysis.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional teams to win business across defence campaigns.
Collaborate with Commercial, Capability, Programme Management, Engineering and Finance teams.
Lead Integrated Campaign Teams in fast-paced environments and influence stakeholders.
Build relationships with embassies and government agencies to support exports.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Financial forecasting

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Job description

The role requires deep market insight, strong leadership, and the ability to influence at senior levels, including diplomatic and governmental stakeholders.

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