I am currently hiring for a Sales Manager on behalf of our client. Our client is seeking a commercially driven Sales Manager to lead revenue generation across Line Maintenance operations and the Learning Solutions Division, which includes UKCAA / EASA Part-147 and Part-145 technical training as well as corporate training programs.
Role: Sales Manager
Salary: Upon application
Location: Remote -With lots of Travel and frequent visits to Stansted HQ
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8.30 to 17.00 Friday 8.30 to 14.30
Responsibilities:
Lead commercial growth across my clients global Line Maintenance network.
Own all associated revenue targets (monthly, quarterly, annual) and pipeline performance.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships with airlines, lessors, and MRO partners.
Manage contract escalations, renewals, and commercial terms in line with inflation and agreed indices.
Evaluate contract efficiency by continuously assessing station-level revenue performance, direct and indirect costs against the agreed pricing models and assumptions
Serve as the escalation point for service delivery or operational issues, working closely with Engineering, Planning, and Quality teams.
Partner with Finance to monitor account health, including debtor performance and overdue recovery.
Contribute commercial insight to strategic planning, pricing models, and service innovation.
Support business development across technical and corporate training portfolios.
Sell EASA Part-147 training (basic, type, continuation) and Part-145 regulatory courses
Develop and manage proposals for corporate training engagements supporting leadership, compliance, and operational performance.
Structure training offers to meet both one-off and long-term client requirements.
Support the rollout of digital learning formats including remote delivery, blended learning, and eLearning.
Collaborate with training operations and instructional design teams to ensure training quality and regulatory alignment.
Manage the full sales cycle: lead generation, qualification, proposal, negotiation, and close.
Maintain an accurate and current CRM to support forecasting and performance reporting.
Participate in bid reviews, tenders, and multi-service proposals to maximise win rates and deal integrity.
Represent my client at industry events including MRO expos, training forums, and leadership conferences.
Monitor market trends, competitor positioning, and regulatory developments to identify opportunities and risks.
Work with Marketing to support campaigns and develop sales content aligned to commercial goals.
Build visibility and engagement using LinkedIn and other professional digital platforms.
Training & Knowledge Required:
All Applicants must hold the rights to live & work in the UK.
Target-driven sales performer with a proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales goals.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities.
Excellent relationship-building skills to develop and maintain key client partnerships.
Aviation background is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to close deals and grow existing accounts
Proven B2B sales experience, managing full-cycle opportunities from lead to contract.
Track record of exceeding targets and growing key accounts.
Understanding of (or interest in) aviation services, maintenance, or training environments.
Excellent communication and proposal writing skills.
Comfortable working with CRM tools (e.g. HubSpot, (url removed)) and Microsoft 365 (Teams, Excel, SharePoint).
Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally as requiredIf you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Melanie Cave at Line Up Aviation -
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