Sales Manager

Job description

Sales Manager

Company : Safran Helicopter Engines

Job field : Sales & Marketing

Location : Bankstown , New South Wales , Australia

Contract type : Permanent

Contract duration : Full-time

Required degree : Bachelor's Degree

Required experience : More than 3 years

Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager

# SM0425-156028

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Job Description

At Safran Helicopter Engines Australia, we are proud to be at the forefront of the helicopter industry, supporting essential emergency services, government bodies, and ensuring people can get to their holiday destinations safely and on time. Our work goes beyond engines — we are part of a system that saves lives, supports communities, and makes unforgettable experiences possible for travellers across the globe.

We are looking for a passionate Sales Manager to join our Front Office Department at Bankstown Airport, to help drive our mission of delivering world-class support to our clients in critical and commercial sectors. If you are ready to contribute to an exciting and meaningful industry, this is the opportunity for you.

Join a global leader in the aerospace industry with Safran Helicopter Engines Australia. As a market-leading subsidiary of Safran Group, we're proud to offer an inclusive and supportive workplace where women are encouraged to apply and thrive. With over 100,000 employees worldwide, Safran provides innovative, cutting-edge propulsion solutions, and we are committed to maintaining our position as a leading force in the aviation sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and increase the Support By the Hour (SBH) penetration across the region, driving the company's sales growth.

• Provide world-class customer support by addressing both technical and commercial needs, ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Lead reporting activities and work towards achieving budget performance targets and efficient equipment turnaround times.

• Collaborate with the Customer Support Representative team to deliver results and enhance collective performance.

• Negotiate new contracts and manage financial and strategic objectives with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

• Identify and drive new business opportunities for site growth throughout the region.

• Implement systems and methods to ensure performance goals are met.

• Travel as required to meet with clients, attend industry events, and support business development efforts across Australia and internationally.

Job Requirements

We are looking for:

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Sales, or Engineering (beneficial)

• Sales or project management training/qualifications are advantageous.

• Previous experience in an aviation customer support or commercial sales role, ideally within the aviation or engineering industry preferred.

• Strong sales skills with a focus on customer service and a flair for negotiation.

• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to quickly learn and understand our product range.

• A continuous improvement mindset and a focus on enhancing business processes and procedures.

• Familiarity with contractual terms and specifications, both commercial and technical.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• A self-motivated individual who thrives in an independent, results-oriented environment.

• A strategic thinker with the ability to create new business opportunities and apply entrepreneurial approaches to sales.

• A team-oriented mindset, with the ability to collaborate across departments and regions.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and maintain relationships at local and global levels.

• High attention to detail, with excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.

• A proactive work ethic with a commitment to follow up on inquiries until a satisfactory solution is achieved.

• A customer-focused approach, capable of interpreting both technical and non-technical requirements to provide tailored solutions.

• Demonstrated leadership qualities with a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated, results-driven professional looking for an exciting challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Candidates must currently have the legal right to work in Australia to be eligible to apply for this position.

Please note all final applicants for this position will be asked to complete a national police check and each application will be considered on its merits.

All applications should include a covering letter and up to date CV and be submitted to the attention of Human Resources quoting reference number SM0425.

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Locate your future workplace

115 Wackett Street2200

Bankstown

New South Wales Australia

100,000

employees worldwide

27

Number of countries where Safran is located

35

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Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.