ABOUT US:
Heston Materials, part of Heston Aviation Group, is a fast-growing aviation Components and End-of-Life Assets Management company. We help airlines, lessors, OEMs, and MROs worldwide extend the lifecycle of their assets with cost-efficient, high-quality solutions.
Our services include:
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Certified components and engine materials trading
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Aircraft tear-down and recovery projects
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Engine sales and leasing solutions
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Asset management, leasing, and consignments
We invest in aircraft and engines ourselves, part them out, and stock components for immediate availability. This hands-on model makes us not just a trading partner, but a trusted resource hub for the aviation industry.
Headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania, with a global client network, we combine agility with the backing of Heston Aviation Group’s expertise and infrastructure.
THE ROLE:
We are seeking a Trader - a commercially driven professional who thrives on identifying opportunities, building relationships, and closing profitable deals in the aviation aftermarket. The Trader will be responsible for buying, selling, and exchanging aviation components and materials, while actively managing customer and supplier relationships across global markets.
You will report to the Head of Sales and play a central role in Heston Materials’ ambitious growth as we expand our trading activity across new regions and product areas.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Identify and pursue trading opportunities across airlines, OEMs, MROs, brokers, and other aviation market participants worldwide.
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Buy, sell, and exchange aircraft components, engine materials, and related assets in line with business targets and market demand.
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Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and key decision-makers to secure profitable transactions.
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Manage the full deal cycle - from sourcing and market outreach to negotiation, closing, and post-deal follow-up.
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Monitor market trends, pricing, and inventory movement to identify commercial opportunities and maximize margins.
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Actively participate in industry events, exhibitions, and client visits to strengthen market presence and generate new business.
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Collaborate internally with sales support, technical, and logistics teams to ensure smooth execution of deals and high service quality.
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Contribute to team knowledge-sharing and overall trading strategy.
ABOUT YOU:
We are looking for a commercially sharp and proactive professional with a hunter mindset - someone motivated by winning new business, spotting market opportunities, and driving revenue through active trading.
Must-haves:
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Proven track record in B2B sales, trading, or commercial deal-making experience.
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Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage senior decision-makers.
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Commercially minded, self-driven, and resilient, with the ability to perform in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
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Comfortable with frequent travel and active client-facing work.
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Excellent English (other languages are an advantage).
Nice-to-have:
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Experience in aviation, aerospace, logistics, or other asset-heavy industries.
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Technical sales background or experience selling/trading complex products.
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Understanding of aviation components, engine materials, or aftermarket trading environments.
WHAT WE OFFER:
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Competitive base salary: €3300 - €4100 gross/month.
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Quarterly bonus system (uncapped earnings potential).
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Team performance bonuses tied to quarterly/annual results.
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Travel opportunities to global industry events and client sites.
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Growth opportunities within a rapidly scaling international company.
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A collaborative, ambitious team culture based in a modern Vilnius office.