job summary:
We are searching for an Account Manager - Defense to work for a leading avionics and electrical products company. This person will drive new business by attending tradeshows, customer meetings, discovering new product opportunities, and offering solutions to meet customers' power needs within the aviation industry.
This is a direct-hire role with great benefits(Medical, Dental, PTO, etc.)
Relocation is available for non-local candidates.
location: Wichita, Kansas job type: Permanent salary: $80,000 - 150,000 per year work hours: 8am to 5pm education: No Degree Required
responsibilities:
- Generate leads, develop relationships, and close opportunities with identified market contacts
- Identify, research, and provide feedback on current products and future industry trends including
competitive product positioning and market opportunities
- Create, coordinate, and conduct sales presentations to prospects and existing partners
- Lead development of product proposals (RFP responses) and compliance matrix
- Lead the negotiation, administration, and execution of long-term contracts and agreements to establish
positive, long-term partnerships and programs
- Serve as the primary point of contact with program partners
qualifications:
- 5+ years of direct aviation sales experience, specifically with exposure to aviation electrical and avionics systems.
- Experience building relationships and providing superior customer service.
- Strong negotiation and project/program management skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is preferred
- Private Pilot's License, Airframe and Powerplant License, or similar certification in the aviation field is a plus.
skills:
Microsoft Office,strong attention to detail,critical thinking,relationship building,people person,primary point of contact,problem-solver,results oriented,administration,Airframe,aviation,avionics systems,business development,business needs,contracts and agreements,customer experience,CRM,presentation skills,power conversion,tradeshows,trade shows,superior customer service,food drive,Generate leads,Lead development,interpersonal communication skills,Lithium-ion batteries,negotiation,prioritizing skills,product lines,product positioning,program management,sales experience,sales presentations
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
