Charter Sales Associate

SUMMARY

Airshare is a company that values its people and recognizes their contributions to the success of the organization.  We believe in teamwork and collaboration to ensure that customers are safely and punctually transported to their destinations.  Whether you work as a pilot, mechanic, or part of the operations team, Airshare acknowledges the critical role each individual plays in the seamless execution of every trip.  The company prides itself on delivering exceptional service and has fostered a dynamic and rewarding culture.

The Charter Sales Associate will be an entry-level sales position that has a direct pathway to a Director of Charter Sales role, 12-18 months post-hiring.  The Charter Sales Associate will be an all-encompassing charter team member working in all team roles as they build up their knowledge base, working toward a Director of Charter Sales role.  This individual will learn the ins and outs of retail charter, wholesale charter, charter services, operations, customer service, accounting, and any other departments as determined by the VP of Charter Sales.  This role will develop over a 12–18-month period, and roles and duties will shift as they reach their eventual transition to a Director of Charter Sales.  A final promotion to a Director of Charter Sales is not guaranteed.  Candidates will be required to have flexible working schedules and hours.  This position will require you to work in the Corporate Headquarters office located in Overland Park, KS.  This is not a remote or hybrid role.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Work to support all charter sales departments and work assigned shifts within them
• Cover as On-Call backup for all charter departments assigned
• Manage trip bookings and trip sourcing as requested
• Coordinate supplemental lift aircraft for Airshare’s fractional ownership fleet
• On-call and flexible working schedules.  Shifts may cover all days of the week.
• Additional responsibilities as required

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree, a strong work ethic, and a desire to work in a highly competitive sales environment.  Must be open to travel and flexible schedules that will include non-normal working hours, weekends, and holidays.

• Flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
• Must be willing to work independently and well within a team
• Must be able to multitask in high-stress situations
• Able to communicate effectively and clearly
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Must be self-motivated, outgoing, and well organized
• Previous working and/or sales experience is welcome but not required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is required

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – if you choose to participate, coverage will commence on the first day of the month following your date of hire
• Airshare offers a no-cost medical and dental option at the employee level
• Optional supplemental insurance benefits (accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life, short-term/long-term disability, and pet)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-paid term life insurance equal to 1.5 times your annual salary
• Two 401(k) retirement plans with employer match – you will be eligible to participate on the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• PTO is accrued based on the length of employment 
• 11 holidays per year
• Access to relocation flights
• FREE Full Size on-site Gym with locker rooms and Sauna
• Group Fitness Classes and various activities (pickleball, running club, ping pong, etc.)
• FREE Access to Bicycle sharing
• Indoor and Outdoor Common areas with WIFI
• On-site café and Food Truck on Wednesdays
• Amazon Delivery lockers
• Covered Parking

Airshare is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation