2026 Entry Level - Sales Dev Associate (SDP) - Europe
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is an entry-level role that provides the opportunity to participate in the Sales Development Program at Textron Aviation. The Sales Operations Associate (SDP) is a 9-month program that consists of eight functional rotations that focus on the key elements of our business. For the first 6 months, training will take place at our company headquarters in Wichita, Kansas (USA). During the remaining 3 months, the Sales Operations Associate may travel throughout Europe to work with our customers and employees to learn more about the spanet base. The Sales Operations Associate will gain not only an understanding of the how and why we do business but will gain operational and business experience in areas related to customer facing role: business and sales operations, Cessna and Beechcraft product knowledge, business finance, negotiations, customer spaneting and strategy. Upon successful completion of the training program, the Sales Operations Associate will have an opportunity to interview for a customer-facing/field-based position in one of the functional areas from the rotation and may be based in Europe.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Rotations through the following functions: Technical Marketing; Product Knowledge for Jets, TurboProps and Pistons; Customer Experience; Marketing; Customer Service; Business Operations; and Sales OperationsResponsible for tactical day-to-day responsibilities and significant project assignments during each rotation as assigned by the host function leaderAssigned to a sales zone throughout the program and will work with that zone to better understand the sales processComplete applicable training courses, curriculum and other training as assignedProvide requested support to host function leadership during each rotation cycleLearn and effectively utilize available resources (reports; salesforce.com; etc.) in each function as applicableApply learning to professional scenariosWorking with and supporting a team environment
Qualifications
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelors degree required in Sales, Marketing or related field
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent verbal and written communication skillsProfessional and diplomatic demeanorAction oriented and seizes opportunitiesAble to deal with ambiguityStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsBuilds and maintains constructive relationshipsProficient in Microsoft OfficeMobile and willing to travelFluent in EnglishMust be authorized to work in EuropeMust have valid drivers license
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Recruiting Timeline: Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2025. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: Germany
Job Function: Sales
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Entry Job
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/01/2025, 1:00:00 AM
Job Number: 333974
