Aviation Aftermarket Growth Manager — Americas

Safran; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive aftermarket sales and growth for Large Commercial and Regional programs across the Americas. You will manage a defined key-account portfolio and lead strategic commercial activities to protect, recapture, and expand the business.

The role requires strong collaboration with Safran’s Avionics GBU and CRM teams, leveraging Salesforce to manage initiatives, campaigns, and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace aftermarket sales and growth strategies.
• Ability to analyze sales, customer, and market data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Proven ability to coordinate business cases and secure approvals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies that drive growth across the Americas.
• Drive aftermarket sales and order intake plans to meet targets.
• Lead initiatives to protect and expand long-term maintenance, repair, and overhaul agreements.
• Coordinate preparation, presentation, and approval of business cases.
• Communicate market intelligence to BI and proposals teams.

Skills

Sales strategy

Data analysis

CRM management

MS Office

Excel

Power BI

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Aerospace engineering degree (advantageous)

Tools

Salesforce

Excel

Power BI

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Safran is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive aftermarket sales and growth for Large Commercial and Regional programs across the Americas. You will manage a defined key-account portfolio and lead strategic commercial activities to protect, recapture, and expand the business.

The role requires strong collaboration with Safran’s Avionics GBU and CRM teams, leveraging Salesforce to manage initiatives, campaigns, and opportunities.