Head of Sales - Aerospace - Central Jersey

The Head of Sales role will be a vital piece of our clients ever growing sales team, and be a focal point of their continued growth withing the Power Conversion Aerospace industry. If you're looking to run a team and be in a position to move up into the C-Suite fast, this is the role for you

Client Details

Our client, a leading organization in the Aerospace Power sector, is seeking a highly experienced Sales Leader to drive business growth across multiple market segments. This is a strategic, high-impact role that requires strong leadership, business acumen, and customer relationship management skills.

Description

• Lead sales activities across multiple business units, including strategic business development, customer engagement, and revenue growth.
• Develop and implement market strategies to expand existing product sales and introduce new, profitable business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, overseeing contract negotiations and direct sales efforts.
• Identify and develop new application opportunities in collaboration with customer technical and procurement teams.
• Oversee a team of business unit leaders, providing strategic direction on program development, sales forecasting, and long-term planning.
• Play a key role in pricing strategies, proposal development, and business case preparation for new growth initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze competitive activities, industry trends, and customer needs to ensure market leadership.
• Drive aftermarket strategy optimization, leveraging both OEM and distribution channels for sustainable growth.
• Represent the company in key customer meetings, presentations, and industry events.
• Lead and manage the company's representative and distribution network.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 15+ years of direct industry experience, preferably in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• 7+ years of leadership experience, managing teams and driving business growth.
• Strong business acumen, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking.
• Proven track record in developing sales channels, driving revenue, and expanding market share.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel as needed, both domestically and internationally.

Job Offer

• $200,000 - $250,000 base
• 40% sales bonus, performance based
• LTI in stock options
• Ability to work in a hybrid setting
• Upward mobility within an umbrella company of one of the largest aviation manufacturers.

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