Salon Business Partner

Company Description SalonCentric, headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, is a premier national distributor of salon professional products in the United States and a subsidiary of L'Oréal USA. The company supports salon professionals through a large network of stores and sales consultants, offering access to leading haircare, skincare, and beauty brands. SalonCentric’s vision is to empower customers’ success with high-quality products, expert guidance, education, and tailored services. The extensive brand portfolio includes many of the industry’s most recognized names, providing professionals with diverse options to meet client needs. Candidates joining SalonCentric can expect to work with a well-established organization committed to professional development and innovation in the beauty industry.

Role Description The Salon Business Partner is a full-time, on-site role based in Vancouver, BC, focused on supporting and growing salon accounts within an assigned territory. Day-to-day responsibilities include building strong relationships with salon owners and teams, presenting product assortments, and providing personalized business recommendations to drive sales and profitability. This role collaborates closely with salon professionals to deliver education on product usage, retail strategies, merchandising, and promotional programs. The Salon Business Partner monitors market trends, identifies new business opportunities, and coordinates with internal SalonCentric teams to ensure timely support, inventory management, and exceptional customer service. Regular visits to salons, participation in local events, and ongoing follow-up are key to maintaining long-term partnerships and achieving sales targets.

Qualifications

• Salon and beauty industry knowledge, understanding of professional haircare and skincare products, and familiarity with salon operations and retail best practices.
• Account management and customer relationship skills, including territory planning, consultative selling, and the ability to provide data-driven business recommendations.
• Strong communication and presentation capabilities for in-salon training, product demonstrations, and group education sessions.
• Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple accounts, schedule regular visits, and follow through on commitments.
• Comfort using digital tools and CRM systems to track activities, analyze performance, and prepare reports.
• Proven experience in sales, business development, or a customer-facing role, ideally within the professional beauty or related consumer goods sector.
• Ability to work on-site and travel within the Vancouver, BC area, including occasional evenings or weekends for events or education sessions.
• High school diploma required; post-secondary education in business, marketing, or a related field is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for regular visits to salon partners.