Our Company
Oligo Professionnel stands as a premier beauty brand, specializing in the creation of high-end hair care products sold in hair salons across North America. Our dynamic atmosphere thrives on a fast-paced ethos, defined by a culture with passion, drive, unwavering commitment to excellence, and a strong sense of accountability. If you are driven by a passion for quality and beauty, this opportunity awaits your expertise and dedication.
Position Summary
The Brand Manager, employed by our distributor partner, Bassett Salon Solutions, will lead Oligo Professionnel's strategic initiatives to increase brand presence across California, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, and Arizona. With a dual reporting structure to both Bassett Salon Solutions and Oligo Professionnel, this pivotal role entails driving sustained growth and expanding market presence for the Oligo Professionnel brand within Bassett's territory.
Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
Education
- Manage distributor operations across key territories including CA, NV, UT, NM, and AZ.
- Provide comprehensive educational support to our distributor, ensuring they have the knowledge and resources to excel.
- Lead educational initiatives within targeted markets, ensuring professionals have access to top-tier training.
- Build and maintain strong ties with distributor partners and individual salons.
- Planning of education calendar for distributors and top accounts.
- Play a pivotal role in supporting various education activities such as artistic classes, trade shows, and events, amplifying our brand's presence and impact.
- Lead and support the local Technical Advisor team offering guidance and coaching to enhance their effectiveness.
- Undertake any other relevant tasks as needed to contribute to the overall success of our educational initiatives.
Sales
- Conduct quarterly strategic meetings with the distributor to align on goals and objectives.
- Actively participate in distributor sales meetings.
- Provide comprehensive training to distributor sales consultants, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to effectively represent our brand.
- Strategically target sales opportunities and salon acquisitions within designated markets, maximizing our presence and potential revenue.
- Implement targeted sales and promotional initiatives within our key markets.
- Collaborate closely with distributor sales consultants on detailing efforts.
- Undertake any other pertinent tasks essential to supporting our distributor network and achieving our sales objectives.
Education and Experience:
- Valid Cosmetology license required.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience, an asset.
- At least 5 years of experience in the professional beauty industry.
- Sales experience in professional hair care, preferably in hair colour.
Skills & Competencies:
- Fluency in English (Spoken, read, and written – Knowledge of Spanish is an asset).
- Ability to work with MS Office suites (Excel and PowerPoint).
- Ability to develop and execute sales strategies.
- Ability to work flexible hours during peak periods.
- Willingness to travel regularly.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
- Leadership skills with experience in developing and motivating teams.
- Must be result-oriented and organized.
- Demonstrates leadership and can motivate other individuals.
- Financial acumen to build sales forecasts and track results.
- Strong project management skills with attention to detail.