Now Hiring - Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - 505 Sales Manager in Fort Worth, TX

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505 Sales Manager Description We're more than aviation experts, we're pioneers. We challenge what's possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation. And we want you. We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) part of the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next- generation stop-fold tilt-rotor. Commercial Sales Bring your experience and ideas and help us introduce new aviators to the thrill of owning and operating a world-class rotorcraft. You'll work with a world-class sales team to demonstrate how vertical lift can change lives for the better and bring rotorcraft ownership to reality. This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with current and future customers. You'll be able to hone your sales acumen and technical abilities, all while gaining experience in direct sales. What you'll be doing as a 505 Sales Manager * Develop 505 sales opportunities and convert opportunities to firm orders and deliveries. * Manage 505 sales accounts in assigned region. * Provide input on 505 marketing strategy and implement sales and marketing initiatives in assigned region including developing industrial relationships, gathering and reporting on market intelligence and customer feedback, collaboration on product, and business roadmap development. * Interact with existing Bell 505 customers, maintenance facilities, and training facilities within assigned region. * Lead role in Bell team collaboration on proposal responses. * Fiduciary responsibility for business conduct, travel expenses, budget management, and corporate credit card use. Qualifications Skills You Bring To this Role * Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills. * Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a geographically distributed organization. * Candidate must have, or be able to obtain, the legal right to conduct business in all states within assigned region. * Ability to travel within assigned region. * Ability to persuade customers to purchase a $2 million dollar asset. * Prior sales experience with >$2M luxury items preferred. * Bell product experience preferred. What you need to be successful * Bachelor's Degree in Business, Sales, Engineering, Aviation or similar field. * 5 years experience in the aviation industry. * 2 years of rotorcraft, marketing, or sales experience is preferred. * Prior technical rotorcraft industry experience preferred. * Current helicopter pilot license, aerospace engineering experience or aircraft maintenance experience is preferred. What we offer you in return You'll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO) 120 hours Vacation time 12-13 paid holidays per year 6 weeks parental leave Tuition reimbursement Competitive salary Comprehensive health insurance On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups And so much more It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let's make history together. We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices and values. EEO Statement Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc. Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth Job Function: Sales Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Experienced Shift: First Shift Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time Relocation: Available Job Posting: 03/27/2025, 3:12:44 PM Job Number: 330904