Jobs in Gloucester, Gran Bretaña

A global manufacturer and supplier of aviation ground support equipment is seeking an International Sales Manager to join its expanding team. The company designs and delivers a broad range of high‑quality equipment used to service, maintain, and support aircraft worldwide, working with both commercial and defence customers.

This is a long‑term contract position offering flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to represent a well‑established international brand. The successful candidate will complete a 3‑6 month onboarding period in Leeds (UK) before transitioning to a remote, territory‑based position.

• Develop and manage sales across assigned territories within Eastern Europe, Africa, and adjacent regions.
• Build strong relationships with distributors, operators, and end users to grow market share and identify new opportunities.
• Respond to customer enquiries and RFQs, coordinating quotation preparation and ensuring timely communication.
• Utilise CRM tools to manage pipelines, forecasts, and structured reporting.
• Attend international trade shows and customer meetings as required (approx. 6 weeks travel per year).
• Collaborate internally across customer service, product support, and finance to ensure seamless delivery and client satisfaction.
• Support new product introductions and share market insights with product teams.

• Proven track record in B2B international sales, ideally within aviation, industrial, or capital‑equipment sectors.
• Strong relationship‑building and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational ability; confident managing business remotely.
• Self‑motivated, commercially driven, and comfortable working independently.
• Willingness to travel internationally and complete onboarding in Leeds for 3‑6 months.
• Aviation or ground‑support experience advantageous but not essential.

• Independent contractor arrangement (international model).
• Annual fee: 32,000–79,000 GBP, depending on experience.
• 10‑15% annual performance bonus linked to sales results (historically achieved across the team).
• Travel and related expenses covered as required.

• Represent a respected global brand within the aviation equipment sector.
• Join a collaborative, high‑performing international sales team.
• Realistic targets with consistent bonus achievement history.
• Long‑term opportunity with scope to expand territory and influence.