Business Development Manager (Northwest)

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the professional beauty market for our premium hair extension products. This role is focused on developing and managing distribution partnerships, expanding brand presence in salons, and building long-term relationships within the professional beauty ecosystem. You will act as a key connector between our brand and regional/national distributors, salon chains, and independent stylists.

• Our ideal candidate for this role is located in the Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, or Denver, CO area with easy access to an airport to travel throughout the territory.
• Day travel all over the northwest territory and will be require approximately 75% of the time.

Key Responsibilities:
Channel Development & Distribution Strategy

• Identify and develop new customer opportunities within the professional beauty industry (e.g., regional distributors, beauty supply chains, salon networks).
• Manage and grow existing distribution partnerships to drive sell-in and sell-through.
• Evaluate market trends and competitors to inform regional expansion and channel strategies.

Sales Growth & Target Achievement

• Build and execute quarterly business plans to meet sales goals and KPIs.
• Collaborate with internal sales and marketing teams to align campaigns, promotions, and education initiatives that support distributor success.
• Conduct regular business reviews with distribution partners to optimize performance.

Relationship Management

• Cultivate strong relationships with distributor reps, salon decision-makers, educators, and beauty professionals.
• Act as a brand ambassador at industry trade shows, distributor events, and training summits.
• Partner with salon owners and educators to generate demand and ensure successful product adoption.

Education & Product Launches

• Coordinate with the education team to implement training for distributor reps and salon staff.
• Oversee successful execution of product launches in the professional channel.
• Provide market feedback to help shape future products and services.