Product Line Manager – Landing Gear

KP Aviation , an international supplier and procurer of aftermarket aviation components and assets, is searching for the next key member of our team! The Product Line Manager – Landing Gear is responsible for the strategy, growth, profitability, and operational performance of KP Aviation’s Auxiliary Power Unit (GEAR) product line. This role manages the full lifecycle of GEAR assets including acquisition modeling, repair management, inventory optimization, valuation, sales, and market growth strategy. The Product Line Manager partners with Repairs, Operations, Technical, and Executive Leadership to maximize asset performance and profitability while expanding KP Aviation’s Gear market presence as the primary owner. Remote work is available for this role depending on location and experience. Your role will take you to new heights, as you will be tasked with these essential job responsibilities: Develop and execute strategic plans for the GEAR product line to achieve revenue, inventory, and margin objectives Evaluate and analyze Gear opportunities including whole units, modules, piece parts, and repair events Lead GEAR asset valuation, acquisition strategy, and buy package analysis Create and maintain proformas, pricing models, and financial forecasts for GEAR inventory and transactions Partner with Repairs and Technical teams to oversee Gear repair events and return-to-service activity Monitor market trends, supply/demand conditions, and competitive intelligence related to GEAR assets Own sales plan and drive performance to AOP Manage inventory movement, aging material strategies, and inventory optimization efforts Build and maintain supplier, repair vendor, and customer relationships Track product line KPIs including gross margin, inventory turns, and profitability metrics Identify new opportunities for product line expansion and strategic growth initiatives Other duties as assigned To succeed in this role, you will need to have: Deep understanding of Landing Gear components, systems, and aftermarket lifecycle management (Specifically 737,747,767,A319/20/21,A330