OverviewAvolon is a leading global aviation finance company connecting capital with customers to drive the transformation of aviation and the economic and social benefits of global travel. We pride ourselves on our deep customer relationships, our collaborative team approach, and our fast execution. We invest with a long-term perspective, diversifying risk and managing capital efficiently to maintain our strong balance sheet. Working with 142 airlines in 60 countries, Avolon has an owned, managed, and committed fleet of 1,076 aircraft, as of 30 June 2025. www.avolon.aeroThe RoleThe SVP & Senior Manager – New Aircraft, Materials and Engineering Support will report directly to the Head of Technical. The successful candidate will have experience and confidence to engage at all levels within airlines, airframe OEMs, BFE suppliers, DOAs, MROs and Aviation Authorities to define and build aircraft configurations and specifications and ensure that aircraft are delivered on time and in the condition required by the contract. They will be capable of building, leading and motivating a team of professionals from various disciplines.Key Responsibilities:Ensure timely, accurate and insightful analysis is provided to Management on all related industry trends and concerns.Provide consistent communication and distribution of up-to-date data and market insights across the organisation, supplemented by regular analytical reports and the sharing of technical expertise to support broader business strategy and objectives.Drive value for Avolon by identifying new opportunities and building strategic relationships with our counterparties.Lead strategic planning initiatives through data-driven market insights and forward-looking analysis.Monitor aviation market trends and identify issues which could affect Avolon’s strategic direction. Provide senior management quality industry insights and advise on state of related industry topics and trends.Build and maintain a high quality, professional relationship with the production, sales and contracts teams in the aircraft OEMs, suppliers and service providers at multiple levels.Lead contract negotiations with OEMs (e.g. Airbus, Boeing), MROs, and other suppliers to optimise commercial terms and delivery performance for products, parts and services.Lead all aspects of new aircraft programs, LOI and Lease negotiation, configuration definition, budget control, technical specification, and delivery management.Manage relationships with OEMs (Airbus, Boeing) and coordinate with engine manufacturers to ensure alignment on production schedules and technical requirements.Put in place processes and procedures that will ensure a consistent and robust approach delivering aircraft on time and in the correct configuration.Monitor OEM and BFE supplier performance and report on new aircraft program status, production quality, risks and opportunities to senior leadership.Protect deal economics by ensuring Avolon is adequately compensated for poor production quality, faulty equipment and equipment which is not meeting operational design standards.Participate in strategic planning to align new aircraft acquisition with overall fleet strategy and market trends, up to and including OEM deal team support.Develop and implement the global procurement strategy for all equipment and parts and related engineering and technical services to support new aircraft production, transition activity and asset management.Manage negotiations with multiple equipment and BFE suppliers to achieve the best possible commercial outcome for the business and ensure contracted terms protect Avolon in instances of supplier non-performance.Drive competitive sourcing, cost efficiency, and value creation across procurement activities.Partner with the wider Technical and Powerplant Strategy and Asset Solutions teams to align procurement with long-term fleet strategy.Complete oversight and management of engineering aspects of aircraft transitions and as related to reconfigurations, regulatory mandates compliance and where appropriate, management of outsourced agencies.Global management of engineering suppliers in support of aircraft transfers for full project life, including on-site support.The PersonYou will be driven, focused, and resourceful as well as being an excellent relationship builder. You will always act with integrity and model your own behaviour to the highest standard. You will represent Avolon in a transparent and honest manner setting a strong example for others to follow. You will be able to articulate complex concepts and put forward compelling arguments and rationales to all levels and audiences within Avolon and the industry.Skills and ExperienceEngineering or similar Degree and/or an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s License (AMEL).A minimum of eight years leasing, airline, OEM or MRO experience within a technical or similar function.Keen attention to detail, but with the added ability to review the ‘big picture’ from a holistic commercial and industry perspective and guide towards realistic and achievable solutions.A solutions-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges, drive continuous improvement, and identify opportunities for innovation.Ability to influence at an operational and executive level and has a strong internal and external network.Exceptional understanding of the Aviation industry from a leasing, OEM and airline perspective, ability to comprehend trends and issues and translate their effect on our business through presentation.Exceptional communication that facilitates leading, motivating and collaborating with colleagues from all departments and levels of the business.Significant depth and breadth of industry relationships to include senior executive contacts at airlines, OEMs and Lessors.Exceptional people manager with proven capability of empowering others, instilling accountability and driving high performance by creating an environment where everyone contributes to shared goals, fosters collaboration and professional development.Sets clear priorities, drive associated behaviours and develop team members.Manages, prioritises, tracks and delivers tasks for self and team. Ability to parse complex projects into workstreams, delegate and direct others to achieve high quality results on set timelines.Driven, focused, resourceful and self-motivated with an ability to think independently and work to proactively identify solutions to issues as they arise.Skilled at conveying complex concepts and put forward compelling arguments to audiences within Avolon and externally.Proven ability to make timely decisions and find imaginative solutions to complex problems in a high-pressure environment.Strong and independent minded with the ability to express your views with conviction and authority and not afraid to confront established thought, or to accept challenge to your own views.Ability to distill complex messages into key takeaways to support management decision making, summarizing findings with impact, putting forward compelling arguments and rationales to all levels and audiences within Avolon and the industry.Direct, effective, and engaging communicator with strong interpersonal skills.Prior experience leading a group of executives with diverse experience and background and shows a genuine interest in and can evidence creating a culture of personal and professional development.A trusted leader who consistently motivates his/her team and instils energy, drive and passion.Possess a willingness and an ability to travel extensively worldwide.The closing date for applications is COB Thursday 11th September.Avolon is an equal opportunities employer, which cultivates opinion, listens to all views with respect, recognises people based on their merits without bias and embraces diversityExpiry: This posting is current as of the information provided.
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