Aftermarket Sales Director UK

Published 05.20.2026Company : Safran Electronics & Defense Job field : Sales & Marketing Location : Wolverhampton , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager# 33Published 05.20.2026Job DescriptionAftermarket Sales Director UKSkills: Aftermarket, MRO, Business Development, Sales Leadership, Aerospace, Defence, Key Account Management, Commercial StrategyLooking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review25 days' holiday + bank holidaysPrivate medical insuranceComprehensive health cash planFlexible working optionsPension (10% employer contribution) and life assuranceEarly finish on FridaysProfessional development, ongoing training, mentoringOnsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showersFamily-friendly and accessible workplace policiesSafran - Here, we craft excellence together.Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.As Aftermarket Sales Director UK, you will lead and drive aftermarket sales growth across the UK, developing strategic customer relationships and securing high-value programmes across both military and commercial markets.This is a highly visible leadership role, forming part of the Global Leadership Team, where you will take ownership of key customer accounts, lead strategic pursuits, and deliver sustained revenue growth.Your RoleDriving new business development and order intake growth across the UK aftermarket portfolioLeading and developing a team of 5 senior account managersOwning and managing key strategic customer relationshipsLeading major pursuits and proposals, including large multi-year programmesIdentifying and developing new aftermarket opportunities across military and commercial sectorsActing as a senior commercial leader, influencing strategy and driving performanceJob RequirementsWhat You'll BringProven experience in aftermarket / MRO sales leadership (aerospace preferred)Strong track record of winning new business and delivering revenue growthExperience managing senior sales or account management teamsCommercial acumen with the ability to lead strategic pursuits and negotiationsBackground in aerospace, defence, or engineering environmentsYou will be a driven, proactive "go-getter", comfortable challenging the status quo and pushing through barriers to win business. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to operate in a global, matrix environment are key to success.But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)Here, we craft excellence together.If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, today.Why Safran?A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.Get involved:We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.Locate your future workplaceStafford Road WV10 7EHWolverhamptonEngland United Kingdom