HEAD OF SALES – COSMETICS

Head of Sales – Cosmetics

£40,000 basic with OTE earning of £70,000+

London

An opportunity has arisen within a growing business in the cosmetics industry. My client is a young brand which has gained an outstanding reputation within the makeup industry with many high profile artists endorsing the product and is now on the verge of rapid growth with the introduction of a mid-range product to be launched in the salon, pharmacy and beauty channels. They are now seeking a Head of Sales to join their business at their London office.

As Head of Sales this role will involve the management of existing business whilst seeking to increase the company’s account base in the salon, pharmacy and beauty channels. You will have a thorough understanding of the company’s direction and work closely with the Founder to ensure that growth plans are achieved. Accurate forecasting and promotional planning will all form a key part of this exciting role as well as product development, and you will have a clear understanding of profit and loss. You will create strategic plans to achieve elevation of the brand within existing accounts as well as sourcing new channels. As the business begins to stabilise in the UK you will then have the opportunity to add to your team although to start with you will currently be working on the accounts yourself. As the business continues to grow from this you will then be tasked with developing the international market.

To be considered for this opportunity you must have experience working for a small business within the cosmetics industry and be able to show exceptional growth within that role. You will be driven, tenacious and have a passion for the industry, ideally working within the industry right now. You will be familiar with profit and loss with experience of turnovers exceeding £5million and be practiced in creating reports and business plans. This is an opportunity to join a fast paced and dynamic business on the verge of major growth, with rewards and long term incentives to attract the best possible candidate. If you are an ambitious and energetic individual with the relevant experience looking for a challenging role in this market send your CV today.