Kao - Field Salon Educator

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all – a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values, we pride ourselves to be listed among the World´s Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.

****This position requires travel of 2-3 nights per week****

Purpose of the Position

Work with sales team to gain, maintain, and increase distribution through education with clients, while improving brand awareness resulting in uptake of Kao Salon Division Product Portfolio.

Open new doors aligned to annual set targets.

Work alongside the Education Manager to provide all new products, services and trainings roll out for the Education team. Collaborate with stakeholders as required on Brands to activate strategies within Kao Salon Division.

Improve hairdresser skills and knowledge via inspirational seminars.

Partner with salon owner and team members to build loyalty and trust.

Education, Professional Experience and Other Requirements

Hairdresser and High School Diploma
Min +4 years of proven industry experience in all aspects of hairdressing and have experience in team leading and basic management, understanding of the different personalities, salon cultures.
Knowledge of the commercial salon business and have professional presentation skills and be comfortable being on stage.
Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook as well as sales tools and systems: SAT, SAP. Power BI and Sales Force.
Language proficiency: Fluent in one of the Nordic languages (country specific) as well as English.
Requires clear verbal and written communication and above average writing, grammar, spelling, and proof-reading skills.

Kay Responsibilities

Demonstrate and train Kao Salon Division products and services to potential and existing clients
- Work alongside designated Stakeholders to manage and facilitate the organization of in salon and Academy training plans, events and seminars in order to provide excellent education support that lead to an increase in distribution.
- Plan and run training sessions that inform, motivate, and maximize the use of Kao Salon Division products.
- Support customers on the Kao hotline with advice and recommendations.
- Book models, plan and print materials for seminars, trainings, and events.
Train, coach, and mentor new and existing Educators as well as freelancers
- Support the education manager in the initiation of New Products to the entire Kao Salon Division department and external staff -Freelancers & Guest Artists.
Co-drive with and support Sales team
- Support the sales and distribution of Kao Salon Division product portfolio by demonstrating excellent working and technical knowledge of colourants, treatments and haircare products.
- Keep sales team updated and provide feedback on in Salon trainings.
Demonstrate leadership in all Kao Salon Division activities
- Perform administration tasks and update relevant stakeholders as required.

Ensure all demo product and tools are in pristine condition, fully stocked.
- Be the primary contact for all education matters for your region/brand and client group and stay updated on new education and relevant information (SME/SPOC on designated brand

Attend and confidently present product information at Sales Conferences and meetings
- Ensure all colleagues have relevant information.
Ad hoc and administrative tasks
- Translations (back up) for education coordinator.
- Some postings of hair related materials and promotions of events and seminars.

Functional Competencies

How we work: Having been selected among the World´s Most Ethical Companies for 16 consecutive years, we are a company with a purpose and strong corporate values. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. At Kao, each employee can actively shape their job and their career. We work collaboratively to achieve our common goals, always aiming to deliver the best for our customers.

What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.

Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community.

Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit our Americas website (https://www.kao.com/americas/en/) or EMEA website (https://www.kao.com/emea/en/)

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