Texas, United States
Sales & Marketing Manager – Grand Prairie, TX

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This is a full time/direct hire position offering a competitive salary with full benefits package.
Job Title: Sales and Marketing Manager
Employment location: Grand Prairie, TX
Job Summary
The employer is is seeking a dynamic and results-driven individual to lead their pilot simulation training sales & marketing efforts in the Americas. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in B2B sales and experience in the aviation/rotorcraft industry. This role requires the ability to analyze market trends, manage key accounts, and develop strategies to drive sales growth while ensuring outstanding customer service.
Duties
- Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve regional sales targets.
- Manage and nurture relationships with existing civil and military clients while identifying opportunities for account expansion.
- Conduct market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
- Negotiate contracts and close deals with clients, ensuring alignment with company policies.
- Collaborate with planning team to efficiently execute contracted training and ensure outstanding client satisfaction.
- Collaborate with marketing team to create promotional materials and campaigns that support sales initiatives.
- Manage social media platforms and posts as a means to continuously support and engage new and existing clients.
- Provide regular reports on sales performance, forecasts, and market conditions to senior management.
- Attend industry events and conferences to network and promote the company’s offerings.
Education:
- BS Degree in Aviation, Marketing, Management, Business Administration or equivalent experience is required;
- MBA is preferred.
Experience
- Minimum five (5) years proven experience in B2B roles, preferably within the aviation sector;
- Minimum three (3) years of experience in aviation, preferably in training and/or flight operations;
- Experience with public tender process strongly preferred.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Self-motivated, able to work independently, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong account management skills with a focus on customer service excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data and market trends to make informed decisions.
- Exceptional negotiation skills with a track record of closing high-value deals.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Fluent in English – both verbal and written required.
- Fluent in Spanish – both verbal and written strongly preferred.
- Fluent in Portuguese and/or French – desirable but not required.
- Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite proficiency required.
- Learning Management System (LMS) experience/proficiency preferred.
- Client Relationship Management (CRM) experience/proficiency preferred.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Monthly health stipend offered in lieu of company-sponsored health plan
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- B2B sales: 5 years (Aviation sector preferred)
- Aviation: 3 years (Aviation Training/Flight Operations preferred)
Language:
- English(Required)
- Spanish (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location:
- >90% in-person/in-office (in Grand Prairie, TX) with occasional remote work permitted (<10%)
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Location:
Texas, United States
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Categories:
Sales
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Contract Type:
Full Time