Government & Military Aviation Sales Strategist

Avfuel Corp; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick & Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k matching

Supplemental Life Insurance

Critical Illness

Accident Coverage

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Avfuel Corp in Ann Arbor, MI, invites an experienced sales professional to drive revenue growth in the government and military aviation sector. You will develop strategic plans, manage key accounts, and pursue new opportunities while advising customers on fuel solutions and contract terms.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in aviation sales, with government/military contract experience, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and a proven track record of meeting sales targets and building

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Background in navigating government & military processes and contracts.
• 6+ years of sales or relatable experience within aviation or in a target driven government/military environment.
• Aviation experience required in fuel or flight operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook, CRM.
• Demonstrated success managing large or complex accounts.
• Proven ability to negotiate high value agreements.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results oriented with a strong sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to full completion.
• Customer focused mindset.
• Ideal candidate would be based out of our office in Ann Arbor, MI.

Responsibilities

• Develop and establish relationships with government entities as it relates to aviation fuel needs
• Work with the department manager of the division to execute a strategic sales plan to expand market share and increase revenue within the government and military segment
• Consistently meet annual sales goals and budgets
• Manage and grow existing business while actively hunting and closing new opportunities
• Identify and penetrate new markets within the government and military aviation sector
• Serve as a trusted advisor by understanding customer operations, fuel strategies, and business objectives
• Coordinate pricing strategy, contract negotiations, and commercial deal structuring
• Partner with supply and operations teams to align customer demand with global fuel supply capabilities
• Support the development and management of strategic supplier relationships
• Monitor government/military aviation trends, fuel markets, and competitive activity
• Represent Avfuel at industry events and trade shows
• Complete expense reports, call reports, and CRM updates in a timely and accurate manner
• Review quote activity and initiate follow ups to drive deal closure
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Decision making

Executive communication

Results oriented

Ownership mindset

Customer focus

Self-motivated

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent A0experience

Tools

CRM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Avfuel Corp in Ann Arbor, MI, invites an experienced sales professional to drive revenue growth in the government and military aviation sector. You will develop strategic plans, manage key accounts, and pursue new opportunities while advising customers on fuel solutions and contract terms.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in aviation sales, with government/military contract experience, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and a proven track record of meeting sales targets and building