Sales Director

Research Group

$100K — $150K *
Avon, OH 44011In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 8+ years in Sales, New Business Development, or Account Management.
  • 2+ years in a Leadership role or potential for team management.
  • Experience in the Aerospace Industry, including OEM, General Aviation, Business Aviation, and Aftermarket.
  • Knowledge of OEM and Tier supplier procurement and program structures.
  • Track record of leading long-cycle capture efforts and managing complex technical/commercial programs.

Responsibilities

  • Own revenue, margin, and profitability for specific segments and programs.
  • Develop and execute annual business plans and pipeline strategies.
  • Track performance and implement actions to meet financial targets.
  • Lead business development from opportunity identification to contract award.
  • Provide forecasts and strategic updates to senior leadership.
  • Analyze markets and customer needs to set growth priorities.
  • Create go-to-market strategies for new platforms and lifecycle opportunities.
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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own revenue, margin, and profitability for assigned segments, customers, and programs.
  • Develop and execute annual business plans, forecasts, and pipeline strategies.
  • Track performance and implement corrective actions to meet financial targets.
  • Lead new business development and capture activities from opportunity identification through contract award.
  • Provide accurate forecasts, account reviews, and strategic updates to senior leadership
  • Analyze markets, competitors, and customer needs to define growth priorities.
  • Develop go-to-market strategies for new platforms, upgrades, and lifecycle opportunities.
  • Identify and prioritize strategic pursuits aligned with company capabilities.
  • Structure agreements to support long-term program performance and profitability.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to customers and lead regular business reviews.
  • Advocate customer requirements internally and drive resolution of delivery, quality, and performance issues.
  • Translate market insights into product, technology, and operational planning inputs.


Qualifications

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • 8+ years of Sales, New Business Development, and/or Account Management.
  • 2+ years of Leadership or potential ability to manage a team in the future.
  • Aerospace Industry experience...OEM, General Aviation, Business Aviation, and/or Aftermarket.
  • Strong knowledge of OEM and Tier supplier procurement and program structures.
  • Proven success leading long-cycle capture efforts and complex technical/commercial programs.


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