Senior Manager – Commercial Operations
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Role Overview
Lead and oversee commercial operations for Sanad Aerotech's aircraft engine MRO business, including account management and invoicing.
Provide strategic direction, operational governance, contract and customer relationship management, Engine Shop Visit coordination and accurate invoicing.
Manage the Account Management and Invoicing teams while driving performance, compliance, capability building and continuous improvement.
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Job Purpose and Summary
Lead and oversee commercial operations for Sanad Aerotech's aircraft engine MRO business, including account management and invoicing.
Provide strategic direction, operational governance, contract and customer relationship management, Engine Shop Visit coordination and accurate invoicing.
Manage the Account Management and Invoicing teams while driving performance, compliance, capability building and continuous improvement.
Strategic Leadership
- Set performance objectives, KPIs and service standards for Invoicing and Key Account Management.
- Lead workforce planning, talent development and succession planning across both functions.
- Represent Commercial Operations in senior leadership discussions and contribute to strategic planning and business development.
- Champion process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy and customer satisfaction.
Invoicing Oversight
- Oversee end-to-end invoicing in compliance with contracts, billing standards and company procedures.
- Review and approve escalated billing disputes, complex reconciliation issues and non-standard invoicing scenarios.
- Ensure effective use of invoicing systems, ERP platforms and Microsoft Office while maintaining data integrity.
- Collaborate with Finance on financial reporting and reconciliation, and monitor invoicing performance.
Account Management
- Oversee OEM and non-OEM accounts with focus on performance, profitability, retention and customer satisfaction.
- Guide account growth strategies, including upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
- Review Engine Shop Visit financial analyses, including labor and material costs and contractual alignment.
- Resolve complex customer challenges and serve as a senior escalation point for key accounts.
Stakeholder and Financial Management
- Coordinate with Finance, Engine Line Operations, Engineering and Operations Support, Supply Chain and Logistics.
- Build relationships with external customers and partners and report performance to the Director of Commercial and Sales.
- Monitor financial and operational metrics, prepare management reports and identify risks and opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with financial controls, audit requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics or a related discipline.
- MBA or equivalent master's degree is preferred.
- At least 10 years of commercial operations or account management experience, preferably in aviation or aero engine MRO.
- At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience managing multifunctional or cross-departmental teams.
- Experience overseeing invoicing or key account management in a complex technical or MRO environment.
- Familiarity with V2500, Trent 700, LEAP or GEnx engine platforms is advantageous.
Job-Specific Competencies
- Strategic leadership, people management and customer relationship management.
- Commercial acumen, financial analysis, reporting and cost management.
- Knowledge of pricing models, invoicing, ERP or billing systems and regulatory compliance.
- Cross-functional collaboration, communication, presentation, problem-solving and decision-making.
- Strong aero engine MRO technical understanding and ability to work across diverse cultural backgrounds.
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