Regional Business Development Manager – Midwest

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

📋 Description

• Drive expansion in the premium hair extension market within the professional beauty sector.

• Develop and oversee distribution partnerships to enhance brand visibility in salons.

• Foster long-lasting relationships throughout the professional beauty landscape.

• Serve as a vital link between our brand and regional/national distributors, salon chains, and independent stylists.

• Identify and cultivate new customer opportunities in the professional beauty field.

• Manage existing distribution partnerships to enhance sell-in and sell-through rates.

• Create and implement quarterly business strategies to achieve sales objectives and KPIs.

• Collaborate with internal sales and marketing teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management within the beauty, haircare, or CPG sectors.

• Demonstrated success in working with or managing beauty distributors and salon-focused retail channels.

• Comprehensive understanding of the professional beauty ecosystem, including stylists, educators, and salons.

• Proven track record of driving sales growth and nurturing long-term business relationships.

• Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.

• Self-motivated individual with strong initiative, accountability, and the capability to work independently.

• Availability to travel 50–60% for in-person meetings, events, and trade shows.

• Passionate about beauty, emerging hair trends, and supporting salon professionals.

• Experience in the hair extension category is a significant advantage.

• Proficient with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and data analysis tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $85,000 along with an attractive Sales Incentive Plan.

• 401(k) plan with company matching - $ for $ up to 4% - fully vested immediately.

• Paid vacation and holiday leave.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

• Life and AD&D insurance coverage.

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• And much more!