Director, Engine Trading
Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.
Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy.
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The key responsibility of this position is to grow the CMS engine trading business by developing a network of buyers and sellers of aero engines. The position also plays an instrumental role in promoting Chromalloy’s USM, PMA and DER solutions for consumption in the restoration of aero-engines.
The Director will lead and develop a compelling and differentiated growth strategy and business plan for CMS engine trading business. Currently Chromalloy is focused on legacy engines including PW2000, PW4000, CF6-80C2, as well as mid-life engines, including the V2500 and CFM56.
Responsibilities:
Establish business and personal face to the aviation engine asset management community, inclusive of airlines, leasing companies and other asset managers in commercial aviation. Partner with the corporate marketing and communications team to ensure market connectivity and brand identity.
Develop and execute a trading strategy across existing and new accounts as well as developing new business and markets to meet or exceed sales and growth objectives. This strategy should include the sourcing, acquisition and selling of both serviceable and unserviceable engines or modules.
Sell aero engine management contracts. Manage relationships with leasing companies, airlines and MRO shops for engine acquisition and sales.
Develop a detailed business case for every engine transaction through a rigorous gated process in coordination and alignment with all internal stakeholders (Product Line, Finance, Accounting, and Legal).
Responsible for the entire transaction from RFP response, including negotiating, overseeing and closing every engine transaction in line with the approved business case. Quarterback assigned transactions to closure by constantly engaging the counterparty and the CMS product, records and legal teams.
Work closely with the CMS product management team to constantly improve the CMS evaluation and cost models to ensure we buy and sell assets at the right price.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive experience in the aero engine business at an engine OEM, MRO or leasing company, including at least 5 years sales or business development role in a similar operating environment
- Demonstrated industry experience including technology/product knowledge, industry trends and the competitive landscape.
- Demonstrated experience in developing, maintaining and leveraging key strategic relationships in the assigned country and/or region to drive market and revenue growth.
- Financial aware of implications of buying, selling, trading and improving complex turbine engine assets
- Requires the ability to motivate and influence others at various levels both internal and external.
- Must demonstrate an effective communication skill/style to present complex ideas in a compelling and comprehensive manner.
- Must be able to travel extensively (50%+), including internationally
Chromalloy is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran's status, or visual, hearing, mental or physical disability.
Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.
If this position requires access to export-controlled technology and technical data, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations and or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, any offer of employment is contingent upon Chromalloy’s determination, in its sole discretion, if any additional authorization for the employee to access such technology is required and obtainable in a manner that meets its immediate business needs prior to beginning work.
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Other details
- Job Family Sales & Account Management
- Job Function Sales Engineering
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Regular
- Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA