About the Role
Seeking a sales professional with aviation industry experience, preferably in wholesale charter sales. Previous retail charter sales experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Maintain successful history and established relationships in wholesale charter sales.
- Possess a strong understanding of private aircraft equipment, the aviation industry, and FAA Part 135 Guidelines.
- Demonstrate ability to close deals in a fast-paced environment.
- Utilize excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
- Identify and prioritize potential deals effectively.
- Work well independently and in a team setting.
- Apply creative thinking with a strong desire to succeed.
- Maintain a positive, winning attitude.
- Be tech-savvy.
- Be intelligent and a fast learner.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-3 years' experience in Part 135 private aviation sales required; other industry experience will not be considered.
- Proficiency in aircraft operator quoting systems such as Jet Insight (preferred), FOS, or related programs.
- Knowledge and working relationships with Part 135 Charter Brokers, Operators, VIP travel companies, and corporate flight departments.
Skills
- Wholesale charter sales
- Retail charter sales
- Private aircraft equipment knowledge
- Aviation industry knowledge
- FAA Part 135 Guidelines knowledge
- Deal closing
- Interpersonal skills
- Customer service skills
- Communication skills
- Deal identification and prioritization
- Independent work
- Teamwork
- Creative thinking
- Tech-savviness
- Fast learning
- Aircraft quoting systems (Jet Insight, FOS)
- Relationship building with industry stakeholders
Experience Level
- 1-3 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's Degree preferred in aviation, business or related field.
Salary/Compensations
- $60,000 - $80,000
- Salary plus commission/bonuses
- Generous pooled commission structure and opportunity for additional incentives.
Benefits
- Company sponsored 401(K) Savings Plan and Match program
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Life insurance coverage
- Cellphone reimbursement
