Completions Sales Director

Company: Citadel Completions LLC
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Senior Management Lake Charles, LA, US 20 days ago Requisition ID: 1165 Purpose In support of Citadel Completions aspirations for providing the VVIP/VIP aviation community with unequaled quality, speed and customer relations in the narrow and wide-body completions sector, we are seeking an experienced, motivated and knowledgeable sales director. This individual develops, maintains and interacts with domestic and international clients within the VVIP/VIP market to increase sales and/or services through product knowledge, education and value proposition. The Completion Sales Director is responsible for directing, coordinating and overseeing sales activities leading to the successful implementation of aircraft Completion/Modification/Refurbishment projects at our beautiful Lake Charles facility. The successful candidate is a professional who has solid experience and is well versed in all aspects of VIP/VVIP Aircraft Completions and the interior build process to include CMS/IFE and Aircraft Systems. The candidate should be well versed in FAA regulations and associated certification requirements. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the full sales cycle - from preplanning to servicing the customer. Responsibilities

• Maintains the Citadel culture of excellence and exceptional customer experience standard.
• Develops sales specific strategies, secures management's commitment and leverages company resources to foster business growth through a comprehensive understanding of multiple products, services, processes and resources.
• Conducts valid and relevant research of the Aircraft Completions Market and utilizes data to execute high-level decisions to initiate, direct and close successful completions sales opportunities
• Initiates and advance customer relationships to become a trusted business partner by Citadel and the client.
• Develops relationships with our key suppliers, vendors and OEM's such as Boeing and Airbus.
• Negotiates sales activities or other proposal/contract parameters as needed and directed by Citadel leadership.
• Communicates concise and comprehensive customer status and priorities to the Citadel leadership and Sales team.
• Provides Client with an on-site direct point of contact regarding completion and refurbishment activities in accordance with Citadel leadership communication plans.
• Presents financial reports, specifically related to completions sales revenue to other members of the Executive Team.
• Continuously develops and enhances knowledge through research and analysis of varying completion offerings such as IFE/CMS systems.
• Supports engineering, supply chain, program management, production, quality and certification requirements. Job Requirements Summary of Education, Experience & Certification
  • Successful previous experience in VVIP/VIP aviation completion sales.
  • Desired Bachelor's degree with a combined minimum of 10 years related experience.
  • Aerospace background and aircraft interior industry experience required.
  • Desired A&P Certification. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities --- Ability to work well independently and cross-functionally as part of an established and growing team. --- Ability to influence, persuade and negotiate. --- Ability to effectively recognize sales opportunities. --- Demonstrated experience with high-level, critical, analytic and strategic thinking. --- Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries. --- Demonstrated track record of strong people leadership, communication, time-management and problem-solving skills. --- Detailed understanding, knowledge and experience of aircraft completions and maintenance programs. --- Must possess broad technical knowledge and familiarity of aircraft, maintenance, interior completions and FAA/EASA certification. --- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and have knowledge of aircraft parts, assembly and installation. --- Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on complex topics to top management, Clients and project teams. --- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office applications and Project Management software. Physical Requirements
    • Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
    • Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and lift up to 25 lbs.
    • Travel 50% of time
    • Ability to work unconventional hours and days We offer an excellent total compensation package that includes competitive pay; a bonus structure and the best benefits package in the industry. Located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Citadel Completions operates at Chennault International Airport. At Citadel, we are r edefining excellence with the utmost transparency and personalized customer attention and we are positioned to be the world's premier provider of VVIP/VIP completions.

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