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**Title:** Sr. Rep, Product Line- Defense Distribution

**Location:** United States-Illinois-Wood Dale

**Job Number:** 17629

Support the selling function and will carry out a variety of tasks and functions. Maintain efficient and profitable support for the day-to-day operations of the Product Line.

What you will be responsible for:

+ Understand and be able to explain all aspects of the product line.

+ Maximize sales and margin objectives.

+ Expand existing traditional business.

+ Identify and pursue purchase opportunities available in the marketplace.

+ Support onsite personnel.

+ Identify inventory acquisition opportunities.

+ Identify market trends and coordinate with sales group to anticipate areas of opportunities.

+ Ensure that inventory management and shareholder value is maximized.

+ Provide Technical solutions and planning.

+ Establish preferred pricing levels with suppliers.

+ May train other Product Line Representatives.

+ All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

What you need to be successful in the role:

+ Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ 12-18 months of direct aviation Product Line Representative experience required.

+ 2 years of aviation experience or demonstrated high level of product line knowledge.

+ Ability to articulate and compose business opportunities.

+ Ability to work in a fast paced and highly technical environment.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

+ Competitive salary and bonus package.

+ Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

+ 401(k) retirement plan with company match

+ Generous paid time off program

+ Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

+ Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

+ The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.

+ Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.