Senior Trading Manager

KP Aviation
, a global supplier and acquirer of aftermarket aviation assets and components, is seeking a Senior Trading Manager to support its expanding international portfolio. This senior-level leadership role is responsible for managing the trading pipeline, executing end-to-end transactions, and driving portfolio performance across aircraft engines, airframes, and related components.

The Senior Trading Manager will lead commercial strategy, customer engagement, and deal execution while leveraging advanced financial modeling and market analytics to optimize trading outcomes. This role collaborates closely with Leasing & Trading, Product Line, Technical, Sales, Repairs, and Finance teams to ensure alignment with commercial objectives and portfolio strategy. The position also provides mentorship to junior team members and acts as a key market representative for KP Aviation.

Remote or hybrid work options may be available based on location and experience.

• Own and manage the trading pipeline, including process oversight supporting serviceable asset remarketing activities
• Lead customer-facing trading initiatives, acting as a primary commercial point of contact for operators, lessors, brokers, and strategic partners
• Develop and execute trading and remarketing strategies aligned with portfolio objectives, liquidity targets, and market conditions
• Perform advanced financial modeling, valuation, and profitability analysis to support pricing, bid strategy, and transaction approval
• Analyze market dynamics, asset liquidity, utilization trends, and competitive intelligence to identify trading opportunities and optimize asset positioning
• Partner with Technical and Product Line teams to refine underwriting assumptions, asset valuations, and exit strategies
• Structure, negotiate, and execute purchase, sale, and remarketing agreements to maximize returns while managing commercial risk
• Oversee transaction due diligence, including technical reviews, contract evaluation, financial validation, and risk assessment
• Ensure all trading activities comply with internal governance standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations
• Support asset onboarding, disposition planning, and post-transaction performance tracking to optimize revenue realization
• Review and validate financial models, pricing assumptions, and deal economics prepared by junior team members
• Mentor and develop junior trading and commercial personnel while supporting leadership in achieving departmental goals
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across trading workflows, market intelligence, analytics, and execution processes
• Prepare and present trading performance updates, market insights, and deal recommendations to senior leadership
• Perform additional strategic and commercial assignments as required by executive leadership

• Proven leadership experience in aviation aftermarket trading, asset remarketing, or commercial asset management
• Strong customer-facing and negotiation skills with the ability to represent the company effectively in global markets
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities, including Excel-based valuation and scenario analysis
• Deep understanding of aircraft and engine trading markets, asset liquidity, and portfolio risk management
• Ability to develop and execute trading strategies in alignment with executive leadership and investment objectives
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex transactions from origination through execution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure trading environment
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage competing deadlines
• Demonstrated professionalism, composure, and collaborative mindset in high-stakes commercial situations