Head of Global Business Development & Partnerships

About the role

We are seeking a Head of Global Business Development & Partnerships to lead Satair’s growth initiatives across the Airbus Customer Services network. Based in Europe, you will join a multicultural team of 200 professionals and drive the strategy to double revenues over the next five years.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the global business development strategy in close collaboration with product line leaders and Airbus Procurement.
• Identify, negotiate and manage strategic partnerships, OEM campaigns and merger‑and‑acquisition opportunities.
• Expand engine content and develop new business models for existing product lines.
• Lead a high‑performing team of 10 employees located in Denmark, the USA, Germany and China.
• Harvest synergies across the Airbus group and contribute to regional objectives worldwide.

Required profile

• Senior manager with a strong network in the aviation aftermarket.
• Proven track record in business development, M&A, sales, procurement or supply‑chain within commercial aircraft spare parts or OEM distribution.
• Strategic vision, strong business acumen and ability to assess financial impact of decisions.
• Excellent relationship‑building and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work across multiple time zones.

Required skills

• Business development and partnership management.
• Mergers & acquisitions analysis.
• Strategic planning and execution.
• Financial modelling and impact assessment.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape growth in a global, multicultural organization.
• High level of autonomy within a subsidiary backed by Airbus resources.
• Leadership of a motivated international team.