Job Description: Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a Technical Sales Support (m,f) to join our Solution Production & Delivery department based in Toulouse, France. You will be part of a team delivering agriculture and environment services via Earth observation satellite imagery . As part of the team, you will help drive and strengthen the commercial development of our existing and future Forest & Environment solutions, in support of our sales teams. Airbus Defence and Space, through its Geospatial Business unit, has been providing satellite imagery-based projects and services for over 25 years, specializing in Agriculture, Environment, and Intelligence. Current projects cover a wide range of solutions in the field of Agriculture and Environment, including precision farming services (FARMSTAR), Grassland Production Index (GPI), and deforestation monitoring (STARLING). Environment and more generally sustainability are considered as a key strategic development axis for our solutions, and are expected to grow significantly in the coming years. Today our most emblematic environment solution is STARLING which will be the job holder's priority in the short term. Your working environment: Global capital of aeronautics and European capital for space research, Toulouse is a dynamic city of the southwest of France served by an international airport. Ideally located between the Mediterranean sea and the Atlantic ocean and close to the Pyrenees mountains, it offers plenty of options for outdoor activities! How we care for you:
Financial rewards: Attractive salary, agreements on success and profit sharing schemes, employee savings plan abounded by Airbus and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis.
Work / Life Balance: Extra days-off for special occasions, holiday transfer option, a Staff council offering many social, cultural and sport activities and other services.
Wellbeing / Health: Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity, death). Depending on the site: health services center, concierge services, gym, carpooling application.
Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, expert career path, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Your challenges: 1. Sales Support & Business Development
Drive Revenue Growth : Generate sales activity for existing and new customers, both directly and in support of Regional Sales Managers, ensuring full adherence to the "Acquire Business" process.
Sales Lifecycle Support : Support Sales and Marketing teams during prospecting, tender responses (RFP), and product demonstrations.
Market Presence : Represent the company at industry networking events and trade shows to boost brand visibility and identify new global market opportunities.
Strategic Collateral : Create impactful sales materials and deliver training sessions to clients to facilitate solution adoption.
Client Interface : Act as the primary operational point of contact for clients and technical partners, addressing inquiries regarding production status, delivery, and advisory services.
Cross-functional Coordination : Serve as the operational bridge between Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, and Production. Work in close alignment with Project Managers to ensure seamless customer relationship management.
Performance Review : Organize and lead regular client meetings to review operational campaign performance and ensure satisfaction.
Insight Gathering : Collaborate with all stakeholders (customers, strategy, sales, marketing) to collect market intelligence and customer needs, feeding this data back to Marketing to refine solution strategies.
3. Product Evolution & Continuous Improvement
Solution Optimization : Contribute to the continuous improvement of products and services by synthesizing customer feedback and market trends.
Strategic Marketing Collaboration : Partner with the Marketing team to promote solutions, influence campaigns, analyze competitor landscapes, and structure pricing matrices to maximize revenue and profitability.
Product Lifecycle & Re-engineering : Participate in re-engineering phases and the definition of new products to ensure offerings evolve with market demands and regulatory changes.
Operational Excellence : Adapt offers to specific client needs and support the production of environmental advisory services during critical operational phases, ensuring strict compliance with OTOCOQ standards.
Your profile:
Background in Agronomy and Environmental Sciences
Min 5 years of proven experience in Sales and Business Development, specifically within the agricultural commodity markets and/or supply chain sustainability
Understanding of remote sensing and geospatial solution s would be a plus
Strong knowledge of environmental practices and associated regulations
Communication & Influence
Customer-Centric Approach
Networking & Relationship Building
Teamwork & Leadership
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Language: fluent in French and English. Other languages appreciated.
The position will require some travels, potentially worldwide (average 1 travel every 2 months). This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities. Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions. Take your career to a new level and apply online now! This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Defence and Space SAS Employment Type: Permanent ------- Classe Emploi (France): Classe F12 Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Customer Account and Service Management By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
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