Aerospace Sales Director vacancies
Alchemy Global Talent Solutions works with a number of large and smaller companies across the aerospace sector. Our business focuses on senior level director vacancies, including non-executive directors and those heading commercially. We conduct a large number of searches for an Aerospace Sales Director position on a daily basis, to fill existing roles as well as future roles. We will assess your suitability against a number of criteria and present your CV to the relevant clients.
What does an Aerospace Sales Director do?
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to take responsibility for the overall sales direction of our business. The role of Aerospace Sales Director will involve the delivery of commercial revenue growth through the management of sales teams and the development of key customer business opportunities.
The key responsibility for the Aerospace Sales Director will be to work at a very strategic level therefore strong leadership, business acumen and a range of other skills will be required. Primarily the role will involve an assessment of current sales performance and the opportunities to grow sales into new and different areas, to meet overall company sales targets.
Typical duties include:
- Developing and implementing sales strategies
- Leading and managing sales teams
- Managing key client relationships
- Forecasting sales performance
- Identifying new business opportunities
- Representing the company at industry events
Aerospace Sales Director salary
The salary for an Aerospace Sales Director role is very strong, due to the significant commercial responsibility and influence the role holds at a senior level within an organisation. Please get in touch with the team at Alchemy Global Talent Solutions for more information on our Salary & Recruitment Trends Guides for the aerospace and sales industries.
Aerospace Sales Director FAQs
What experience is required for Aerospace Sales Director jobs?
10+ years of sales and leadership experience in the aerospace industry is generally required. A proven track record of leading a team of high performing sales engineers, delivering revenue growth and participation in the development of a global commercial strategy.
Is industry knowledge important?
Understanding the space markets, the supply chains and the needs of the customers as well as any regulation, trends or competitors position is needed in order to position our offers and to succeed in tendering.
What skills are needed?
As a Leader you should develop your negotiation and planning skills as well as your communication and stakeholder management skills. You should be able to provide excellent levels of client care and be able to spot business opportunities.