Americas Aviation Sales Leader

Peak Performance Recruitment; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Performance Recruitment has a client seeking a commercially focused sales leader to drive growth across the Americas in the aviation aftermarket sector. You will oversee a team of Account Managers and sales professionals, shaping regional strategy and building key customer relationships with airlines, MROs, OEMs and distributors.

You will drive revenue through strategic account development, identify new market opportunities and lead growth planning while traveling internationally to engage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 8+ years' experience in the aviation industry.
• 5+ years leading sales or account management teams.
• Track record in aviation aftermarket sales preferred.
• Airframe component sales experience strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel regionally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sales strategy and growth plan for the Americas region.
• Manage and develop a team of Account Managers and sales professionals.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic account development and new business.
• Build and maintain relationships with airlines, MROs, OEMs, and aviation customers.
• Develop and execute customer engagement, marketing and travel plans.
• Identify new market opportunities and growth initiatives.
• Lead regional business reviews and growth planning activities.
• Monitor competitor activity and adjust commercial strategies.
• Support growth of component sales, leasing and service solutions.
• Analyze sales performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Represent the business at industry events, conferences and trade shows.
• Travel internationally as required (approximately 35%).

Skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Relationship management

Commercial acumen

Customer-focused mindset

Market trend analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Peak Performance Recruitment has a client seeking a commercially focused sales leader to drive growth across the Americas in the aviation aftermarket sector. You will oversee a team of Account Managers and sales professionals, shaping regional strategy and building key customer relationships with airlines, MROs, OEMs and distributors.

You will drive revenue through strategic account development, identify new market opportunities and lead growth planning while traveling internationally to engage