Sector Vice President, Aerospace & Defense

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You’ll be part of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:

The Sector Vice President is responsible for the definition, planning, and implementation of account management strategies and activities in their assigned market sector, including customer relationship development, P&L balance sheets, and overall operations within the Aerospace & Defense sector. In addition, the Sector Vice President will also provide leadership and guidance to the internal cross-functional teams across the Company, to achieve maximum revenue growth and profitability.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the Aerospace & Defense sector including P&L balance sheets, growth, and customer satisfaction.
• Work with team to develop deeper relationships with existing Aerospace & Defense OEM clients.
• Work with the Finance Department to review P&L balance sheets, control budgets, and meet financial objectives.
• Manage commercial Aerospace & Defense clients on a global scale.
• Negotiate commercial contracts.
• Define, develop, and lead execution of synergistic integrated Aerospace & Defense go-to-market strategy and management process that integrates Benchmark’s EMS and Engineering Solutions.
• Act as Benchmark’s thought leader and internal trusted advisor, communicating ideas and advocating sector direction, technology/capability investment, and opportunity targets.
• Lead, mentor, and coach a cross-functional team, managing day-to-day operations.
• Evaluate and hire key personnel to achieve desired sector growth.
• Demonstrate charismatic leadership by mentoring, developing, and training a cross-functional team.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of EMS work experience required.
• 10 or more years of global business management & P&L experience.
• Strong technical understanding of OEM customer requirements and the ability to keep up with industry changes/trends.
• Prior commercial experience.
• High degree of financial acumen.
• Proven ability to create strategies and business plans and assess market and business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to interface with and develop strong relationships with customers.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence senior management, executives, and key clients.
• Position requires 30% to 40% travel (10% of which will be international).

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field; MBA preferred.

Location: Tempe, AZ - Headquarters

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1700

Full Time

Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a “U.S. Person” or on the Company obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws.

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.

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