Job Description:
We are currently looking for the Head of Global Business Development & Partnerships based in Europe to join the global Satair Product Management team composed of 200 diverse individuals.
You will be part of Satair which is a key part of the Airbus Customer Services unit and a $4 billion-turnover global company (100% subsidiary of Airbus) with more than 2,000 employees, operating from 10 locations worldwide.
What's in it for you
Develop business in an international and dynamic context
Leadership of a global multicultural organization
Enjoy a high level of autonomy being part of a subsidiary while benefiting from the Airbus support
How you will contribute to the team
As HO Global Business Development you are one of the most relevant players for growth of SATAIR in the frame of Airbus Customer Services Ambition 2030.
To achieve our goal to more the double the revenues in the next 5 years you drive the business development strategy in collaboration with Product Lines leaders, aligning with Airbus Procurement Leadership and building on the following strategic avenues:
Steering of projects involving Airbus Procurement commodities to capture additional aftermarket business,
Expand Engine content
Development of new business models for current product lines
Identification & execution of relevant partnership
Management of new OEM campaigns
Proactive Merger and Acquisitions
You are the leader of a highly skilled and strongly motivated team of 10 employees working mainly in Denmark and the USA but also in Germany and China.
As a member of the Product Management leadership team you are able to identify and harvest synergies within the wider Airbus group, contributing as well to achieve Airbus objectives in the different regions of the world.
ABOUT YOU
Experienced senior manager with a strong network in the aviation industry. A background in commercial aircraft spares parts aftermarket, OEM distribution and/or services would be ideal. Ideally the candidate has a solid track in business development, M&A, sales & commercial, procurement or supply chain.
Strong business acumen, a strategic vision and a solid track record in business development or M&A &L are as fundamental as a clear understanding of the financial impact of his/her decisions.
Ability to drive and encourage change is fundamental in our very dynamic business environment.
Ability to build relationships inside and outside the company and ability to manage negotiations and drive opportunities with external stakeholders on eyes level. It includes collaborating transversally with other leaders in Satair, strong in networking within the Airbus family and into the global commercial aviation community.
Appetite on working transnationally both with customers, suppliers (in this case OEMs) and with the own teams. This requires a certain personal mobility and the availability for some travel activities.
Good communication skills
Effective in leading people across continents and time zones. Needs to give guidance and support. Give trust and liberties to a very self-confident team, while maintaining track in the frame of overall company objectives (strategic, operational, financial)
Negotiation level in English is mandatory, any other additional language skills are very welcome.
Take your career to a new level and apply online by providing your CV including your salary expectation and notice period.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Satair is striving for a culture of diversity and inclusiveness with continuous learning, speak up, listen up, and act with integrity and respect. So we welcome any application independent from the social and cultural background, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion of the applicant.
How does your next challenge look like?
At Satair, we believe in sustainable aviation that allows people to travel and connect across the globe.
We are on a mission to provide world class material solutions that keep aircraft flying and extend their lifespan.
In Satair, you can challenge the status quo, pioneer new ways of working, and generate real value for airlines and suppliers worldwide.
Being part of the Airbus family gives us the opportunity to live a global mindset, working in international teams and collaborating across functions, sites and cultures.
If you want to work as one team embracing a can-do attitude in a demanding environment, then we offer a great place to explore, learn, and grow.
Come on board and join us at Satair, an Airbus Services Company
If you want to know more about our business, just have a closer look here:
About SATAIR
Satair is an Airbus Services company offering first-class material management solutions in the aviation aftermarket industry. We take pride in delivering an excellent customer experience around the clock, driving innovation, and contributing to aviation’s digital and sustainable transformation.
With our global functional organisation spanning 12 sites and locations worldwide, and a team of over 2,000 people supporting a $3.9 billion turnover, you will be part of a truly global company that continues to grow year after year.
Welcome to the Satair family!
If you want to know more about our business, have a closer look at our website www.SATAIR.com or check out our SATAIR Youtube Channel at www.youtube.com/sataircompany !
What do we offer at SATAIR?
At SATAIR, you will find much more than a job - we offer you the possibility of growing both your personal and professional capacities in a fun, supportive and informal working environment, where you will be encouraged to engage, share knowledge and ideas.
SATAIR is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We love to bring in people with different backgrounds and experiences as we believe it enhances our performance immensely!
Here is a selection of some of the benefits we offer our employees in Copenhagen:
Financial Benefits: Competitive salary, Employee Stock Ownership Program, Success sharing, Health insurance, Group accident insurance, Employee discounts to local businesses
Employee Health and Wellbeing: On-site gym, App-based health & wellbeing platform, Amazing canteen at a subsided price, Massage scheme
Learning and Development: Airbus Leadership University, Large number of e-learning and training offers for personal and professional development, Promotion of professional development (e.g. postgraduate studies, technician training), Possibility of mentoring, Gain international experience
Work-life blend and life phase support: Possibility to work remotely, 4 care days, Senior days, Working from home policy (2 days remote per week)
Come on board and join us at Satair, an Airbus Services Company
Please send us your application as soon as possible to get the opportunity to become part of an exceptional global team!
We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
When applying for the position, you accept our data privacy statement: http://www.SATAIR.com/privacy
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected].
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Skills Required
- Experienced senior manager with a strong network in the aviation industry
- Strong business acumen, strategic vision, and a track record in business development or M&A
- Ability to drive change in a dynamic business environment
- Proficient in managing negotiations and external stakeholder relationships
- Good communication skills and effective leadership across time zones
Airbus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Airbus and has not been reviewed or approved by Airbus.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive in several locations, including medical, dental, and vision options available from day one in the U.S. Access to life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance/wellbeing support adds breadth to the health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as a meaningful part of the package through plans such as a 401(k) with company matching in the U.S. These programs strengthen long-term financial security beyond base wages.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous in some settings, including vacation availability from day one and extended holiday coverage. Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.
Airbus Insights
What We Do
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and acting with integrity. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place, on the ground, in the sky and in space.
