Davines- Area Sales Manager

Nationalbeauty; Ireland; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty distribution company is looking for an Area Sales Manager to manage and grow key accounts across Ireland. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in sales management, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for sustainable beauty. You will collaborate with various teams to develop strategies that ensure commercial success while maintaining environmentally conscious practices. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary DOE

Uncapped commission

Company car

40% staff discount

Death in Service Benefit

Aviva Care

PRSA Access

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in area sales management or business development, particularly in professional haircare.
• Track record of achieving sales targets and driving account growth.
• Required full Irish driving license.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow accounts across salon and retail partners.
• Develop and execute account plans and sales strategies.
• Lead negotiations and business reviews with stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities and support account acquisition.

Skills

Sales management experience

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Commercial insight

Strong communication skills

Job description

Job Summary

Are you commercially driven, passionate about sustainable beauty and skilled at building strong partnerships?

National Beauty is looking for a Area Sales Manager to manage and grow key accounts across Ireland with Davines, a brand that believes in beauty with purpose while also supporting other leading names within the National Beauty portfolio.

At National Beauty, we’re not just distributing products, we’re creating meaningful partnerships, driving growth, and making a positive impact. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in account management, understands the professional haircare industry, and is ready to deliver sustainable results while championing the planet.

What We Need

We’re seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager with strong commercial skills, ideally in professional beauty. You’ll be a relationship builder who can connect with salon owners, retailers, and stakeholders, driving sales while aligning with the values of eco‑conscious beauty.

You’ll collaborate closely with our sales, marketing, and education teams to deliver outstanding support, growth strategies, and tailored solutions that help accounts succeed long‑term.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be responsible for managing national accounts, developing sales strategies, and building long‑term relationships that deliver sustainable commercial success. This isn’t just about numbers, it’s about fostering loyalty, supporting eco‑minded salons and retailers, and growing meaningful partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow accounts across salon and retail partners, ensuring sustainable commercial success.
• Develop and execute account plans, sales strategies, and promotional activities that drive growth in line with brand objectives.
• Lead negotiations, business reviews, and joint planning sessions with key stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities and support new account acquisition with strong commercial proposals.

Commercial Collaboration

• Partner with the education and marketing teams to align activity that supports sales and builds brand advocacy.
• Deliver on sales targets while maintaining strong relationships based on trust, transparency, and shared values.
• Analyse account performance, sales trends, and market insights to identify growth opportunities and recommend solutions.
• Act as a key liaison between National Beauty, Davines, and our customers, ensuring best‑in‑class service and communication.

Brand Representation

• Represent National Beauty and Davines at customer meetings, industry events, and trade shows.
• Champion Davines’ B Corp values and sustainability philosophy in every interaction.

Skills and Qualifications

3+ years’ experience in area sales management, sales, or business development (professional Haircare or Field Sales essential).

Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving account growth.

Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.

Commercially minded with the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies.

Excellent communication and people skills, with a passion for eco‑conscious leadership.

Self‑starter, highly organised, and team player.

Full Irish driving license.

Location: Nationwide

Holidays: 20 Days, with additional days awarded for long service

Benefits

• Competitive Salary DOE
• Uncapped commission
• Company car
• 40% staff discount
• Death in Service Benefit
• Aviva Care
• PRSA Access

At National Beauty, we believe that true success means creating beauty sustainably, fostering thriving communities, and empowering salons and retailers to do their best work.

If you’re commercially driven, passionate about sustainable growth, and ready to build lasting partnerships, we’d love to hear from you.