Job Description Summary The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for identifying and developing sales/growth opportunities for GE military products and services in the assigned region. The candidate will have a sufficient technical background and strong communication skills to confidently represent our aviation and marine products and services to government, armed forces and industry entities in the Middle East & Africa.Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
Grow the business in Middle East & Africa
Represent military engine and systems product lines to position our products and services successfully in the military market
Provide expertise and insight into the region’s military priorities, budgets, procurement and policy procedures provide insight into long term trends and mar ket conditions for GE Aviation’s military products and services
Establish detailed customer profiles that identify short term and longer term growth opportunities
Provide guidance and support to regional leadership, senior management and headquarters personnel on defense procurement processes and regulations and import/export requirements for defense articles
Lead the development and execution of an overall growth strategy for military engine and systems products/services in the MENAT
Provide leadership for existing and new engine and systems sales and marketing campaigns in the Middle East & Africa
Assist in executing an industry strategy with public and private sectors
Carry out additional activities as needed/required by the business to support and grow in the region.
Support local and US-based GE personnel with business appointments with key political, military and industry decision-makers
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and industry partners in region
Lead and grow talent on regional team of 3 direct reports.
All activities to be conducted in accordance with GE Corporate, GE International and GE Aviation integrity guidelines.
Desired Characteristics:
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively