Business Development Manager

International Institute for Active Ageing; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave

Additional holiday days over festive period

Monthly product allowance

Free annual eye test

Recommend a friend scheme

Growth opportunities within the company

Job summary

A leading beauty industry company is seeking a Business Development Manager to empower salon partners in the West Midlands and Mid Wales. The successful candidate will leverage innovative products and provide training to enhance salon success. This full-time role offers 25 days of annual leave and a monthly product allowance. Ideal for proactive professionals with sales expertise and a passion for skincare.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or sales within the beauty or wellness sector.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with partners.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with salon partners.
• Identify sales opportunities within existing salons.
• Provide expert training and education to salon teams.

Skills

Sales expertise

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

Training and education

Job description

Overview

We are the home of scientifically proven, planet-positive skin health brands. Leading the way with science, innovation, and knowledge, we are proactively transforming how people feel in their skin.

Our founders David and Tracy have a pioneering vision to pro-actively transform the beauty industry through science, innovation, and education. This has led the way to better, scientifically proven, long-lasting results in skincare, and better business success for salon professionals and brand partners.

Uniquely, our brands work together as a whole to provide Feed, Fortify, Finish skincare solution. Advanced Nutrition Programme to feed the skin from within, Environ to fortify the skin and et al. to finish. Eventis technology to support and enhance the journey to 100% skin health.

About the Role

The Business Development Manager plays a pivotal role in empowering salon partners to achieve their full potential by leveraging the innovative solutions and premium offerings of iiaa. As a key point of contact, the role requires fostering trust and collaboration with salon teams, ensuring they have the tools, knowledge, and strategies to grow their businesses effectively.

This role blends strategic thinking, sales expertise, and a passion for skincare and wellness to deliver exceptional results, driving mutual success for both salon partners and iiaa. If you are a proactive and entrepreneurial professional eager to make a tangible impact, this opportunity is tailored for you. Occasional overnight stay required.

Location

This is a field based role covering Mid Wales, Welsh Borders and the West Midlands. The postcodes are SY, LD, HR, WR, DY, WV, TF, WS,B, DE, ST, CV.

Car allowance provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with salon partners, ensuring consistent communication and providing tailored solutions to enhance their success.
• Identify sales opportunities within existing salons, such as expanding product ranges, increasing treatment offerings, or scheduling team training sessions.
• Organise and support in-salon events to generate excitement around iiaa brands, boosting client engagement and driving sales.
• Identify new business opportunities by introducing iiaa brands, such as Advanced Nutrition Programme, Environ, and et al., into salons that do not currently carry them.
• Provide expert training and education to salon teams, ensuring they feel confident and empowered to promote and use iiaa products effectively.
• Collaborate with salons to develop client loyalty programs or initiatives that boost repeat business.

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising the longer you stay with us
• Three additional holiday days over the festive period
• A monthly allowance to spend on our products, plus additional discount
• Free annual eye test at Vision Express
• Recommend a friend scheme: we reward you for bringing people into our business
• Excellent opportunities to grow and move within the company

Feel like you’re a good fit? Apply now.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a work environment that doesn’t discriminate against age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Sales, and Training

Industries

• Retail