Sales Representative

VSE Aviation; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company located in the UK is seeking a skilled individual to manage and trade aircraft component inventory. The role involves developing customer relationships, promoting products through effective marketing, and achieving sales targets. Successful candidates will have a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. Knowledge of aircraft components and sales experience in the aviation industry is preferred. Competitive salary and work environment offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant technical work experience.
• Proficient in customer service and sales support.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage and trade aircraft component inventory to maximize revenue.
• Build and maintain customer relationships for exceptional service.
• Promote products through marketing initiatives on social media.

Skills

Inventory Management

Customer Engagement

Sales Experience

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Vocational Level 4, HNC, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Quantum ERP Software

Job description

Overview

20 Progress Rd, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 5PR, UK

Posted Monday, February 2, 2026 at 12:00 AM

Rotable Repairs Ltd is a UK based C&D rated Part 145 EASA and UK CAA/FAA Maintenance and Repair organisation for aircraft wheels and brakes, with an extensive capability list that supports the majority of the current aircraft platforms trusted by airlines and aerospace organisations all over the world.

JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY:

To manage and trade aircraft component inventory by means of exchange, loan, and sale. Develop business relationships with customers, trading partners and new markets to maximise revenue and profit while ensuring on time delivery and high service level. To proactively promote Rotable Repairs by way of social media, recognised industry outlets and marketing activities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Inventory Management & Trading: Proactively administer, manage and trade inventory to drive sales, ensuring optimal stock turnover and availability, cost control and invoicing to meet revenue and margin targets.
• Sales & Quoting: Provide timely and competitive quotes and proposals to customers via various channels, follow up on all quotations, and close deals to achieve or exceed sales goals.
• Customer Engagement: Build, maintain, and strengthen customer relationships through regular communication, understanding their needs, and providing exceptional service.
• Proactively seek new market segments and trading customers.
• Marketing & Promotion: Promote products and solutions through proactive marketing initiatives, including regular updates and engagement on platforms such as LinkedIn.
• Revenue & Margin Growth: Seek and pursue revenue-generating opportunities and strategies to improve overall margins.
• Investment & Opportunity Recommendations: Analyse market trends, pricing and customer demands to identify inventory investment opportunities and provide strategic recommendations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal production teams to optimise inventory availability. Work with external sales, purchasing and marketing teams to align sales strategies and support overall business objectives.
• Reporting: Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales activities, and market insights, providing regular feedback and reports to management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of 4 years of relevant/technical work experience.
• Vocational Level 4, HNC, Certificates of Higher Education (CertHE). Aeronautical and Technical School, Aeronautical Military School or QA Assessment. OEM or OEM training.
• Proficient using various software, applications, and programs, including Microsoft Office program (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Sales and customer support experience with the ability to deliver high level of customer service.
• Reputable communicator through oral and written skills with customers, peers, and management.
• Excellent command of the English language.
• Ability to work independently or with others in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with co-workers and customers.
• Numerate, accurate with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Good negotiation, organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage workloads.
• Good problem-solving ability with ability to use initiative and common sense.
• Self-motivated and flexible with the ability to succeed in a busy environment.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• A background in aviation or inventory trading.
• Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft spares.
• Sales and marketing experience.
• Technical knowledge of aircraft components preferably touching on MROs, aviation distribution or similar environments.
• Experience of Quantum ERP Software and web-based Aircraft parts databases.