Field Education Business Manager, Salon & Schools

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Provide outstanding educational experiences, collaborate with clients, and assist sales partners in expanding and converting the Salon & School sector.

• Conduct educational classes that promote the use of Wella brands within DSO and BSG channels, aligned with channel KPIs.

• Mentor a group of independent stylist contractors while delivering purposeful educational seminars.

• Collaborate with customers and sales teams to develop education strategies, including conversions, classes, and tailored events.

• Support various sales territories in conjunction with Account Managers and Distributor Sales Consultants.

• Represent Education both internally and externally, establishing credibility within the hairdressing community.

• Organize and plan educational initiatives linked to sales objectives, Education Scorecards, deliverables, and the brand initiative calendar.

• Contract and oversee a roster of Independent Stylist Contractors.

• Manage budgets for seminars, travel and entertainment, office supplies, and samples.

• Assist Independent Contractors in meeting current and future business demands.

• Implement educational seminars and programs, setting expectations for the Wella Professional Education team.

• Conduct engaging seminars both online and in-person for licensed beauty professionals, covering foundational product knowledge and various techniques.

• Develop internal and external networks while maintaining relationships with education, customer, and sales teams.

• Create actionable plans and ensure follow-through to achieve outstanding results.

• Keep abreast of trends, insights, and challenges within the professional beauty hair industry.

• Participate in regional and company training for ongoing craft and career advancement.

⛳️ Requirements

• A valid cosmetology license.

• At least 5 years of hairdressing experience working directly with clients.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in facilitation, teaching, or presentations.

• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and occasionally extended hours.

• Capability to transport educational presentation materials, sample cases, etc.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Beauty and Hair Design industry and local market conditions.

• Commercial acumen to guide salon and school owners/managers on business strategies and development.

• Strong awareness of industry competitors, particularly in color.

• Structured, solution-oriented approach with excellent analytical and strategic skills.

• Demonstrates leadership by example, showing initiative and proactivity.

• Extensive understanding of both Online and Offline Education.

• Up-to-date knowledge of current beauty and fashion trends.

• Proficient in English (both written and verbal); bilingual in Spanish for specific markets preferred.

• Competent in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Apple (iPad/apps).

• Familiar with relevant digital and social media platforms: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.

• Willingness to travel at least 60% of the time, including overnight stays.

• A valid driver’s license and ability to travel long distances.

• Ability to fly for training and sales meetings at least 1–2 times per year.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus plan or variable pay, based on the role.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Life and disability insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid holidays.

• Paid time off (PTO).