Aviation Business Development Manager

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

International travel

Company car or travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Aviation Business Development Manager to drive growth in Randburg. You will identify new opportunities, build strong client relationships, and secure new business within the aviation sector.

The role requires deep industry knowledge, sales excellence, and a passion for long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in business development or sales in aviation, with proven success in meeting targets and expanding revenue.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to business, aviation or marketing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably in aviation.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing revenue.
• Strong knowledge of aviation market, challenges and opportunities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in aviation, including airlines, MROs, and manufacturers.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and service agreements on favorable terms.
• Analyze market trends and competitors for strategic advantage.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure client satisfaction and project delivery.

Skills

Sales targets

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Aviation Management, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and ambitious Aviation Business Development Manager to drive growth for their operations based in Randburg. This role is pivotal in identifying new market opportunities, building strong client relationships, and securing new business within the aviation sector. You will be responsible for developing and executing business strategies to expand market share and revenue. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the aviation industry, exceptional sales acumen, and a passion for fostering long-term business partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the aviation industry, including airlines, MROs, and aerospace manufacturers.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company revenue and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals to potential customers.
• Negotiate contracts and service agreements to ensure favorable terms.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify areas for strategic advantage.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., marketing, operations) to ensure client satisfaction and successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Aviation Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably within the aviation industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing business revenue.
• Excellent understanding of the aviation market, its challenges, and opportunities.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel as required for client meetings and industry events.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and international travel.
• Work with a reputable leader in the aviation services sector.
• Company car or travel allowance.