Global Sales Vice President - Aerospace
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute the organization's global Aerospace strategy while driving revenue growth, profitability, and market share expansion across commercial aviation, defense, space, and satellite sectors. Build a robust pipeline of opportunities by leading strategic customer acquisition and expansion efforts with key accounts, OEMs, Tier suppliers, MRO providers, and industry partners. Serve as the subject matter expert to support commercial teams on solution development, complex sales pursuits, and executive engagements. Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitive activity to inform strategy and investment decisions. Collaborate with Product, Operations, Finance, and regional leadership to drive global execution and commercial excellence. Represent the organization at industry events and trade associations while advocating for the vertical. Partner with stakeholders across supply chain, procurement, engineering, and program management to strengthen competitive positioning. Work in a 100% on-site environment with significant travel for meetings and events.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Aviation Management, Economics, or a related field from an accredited college or university
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within Aerospace, Aviation, Defense, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, or related industries
- Demonstrated success driving revenue growth, strategic account development, customer acquisition, and market expansion within Aerospace-related sectors
- Deep knowledge of Aerospace supply chains, including OEM and Tier supplier ecosystems, MRO operations, aerospace aftermarket support, and high-value transportation solutions
- Strong understanding of freight forwarding, air freight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, transportation management, and contract logistics solutions
- Experience working within Aerospace regulatory and compliance environments, including ITAR, EAR, trade compliance, dangerous goods handling, and quality management standards
- Proven ability to develop global growth strategies, influence executive stakeholders, and lead complex commercial initiatives across multiple regions
- International business experience and demonstrated success working within matrixed global organizations
- Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information
- Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), CRMs (Salesforce), and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
- Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting
- significant travel for related meetings/events
Desired Qualifications
- advanced degree
- Relevant Aerospace, logistics, supply chain, or business certifications
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