Director of Business Development - APAC

About the Company and Role

We are partnering with a growing private equity-backed company specialized in aircraft parts, currently expanding across the Asia-Pacific region. This is a strategic phase of growth, and the organization seeks a Director of Business Development to lead expansion efforts and establish strong customer partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Steer sales growth and broaden the company's footprint throughout the APAC region.
• Forge and maintain robust connections with airlines, Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul organizations (MROs), operators, and other aviation clients.
• Oversee critical customer accounts to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Identify and secure new business ventures in areas including parts supply, leasing, exchanges, and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) support services.
• Manage a healthy sales pipeline with precise forecasting.

Experience and Skills Required

• Minimum of five years' experience in Business Development, Sales, or Account Management.
• Essential experience within the aviation industry.
• Demonstrated success in building customer relationships and driving revenue growth.
• Comprehensive understanding of aviation traceability and certification requirements.
• Familiarity with AvSight or similar aviation software is advantageous.
• Exposure to aircraft parts, aftermarket sectors, MRO, leasing, or airline operations will be highly valued.

Qualifications

• At minimum, a High School Diploma or equivalent qualification is required.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Aviation, or a pertinent field is preferred.