About Us

Ozdare is one of Australia’s go-to suppliers for premium professional hair care products, with brands including ELEVEN Australia, K18, P.O.D by Ecoheads, KEVIN.MURPHY COLOR, AVEDA, Dyson, Calecim and BKT.

We carefully select high-performing products to distribute and manufacture locally and internationally. From premium, fashion-connected ranges to simple haircare solutions, all Ozdare products reflect our ethos of quality, innovation, and performance.

At Ozdare, we believe in working together as one team, supporting each other and making decisions that benefit the wider business. We build trust by doing what we say and holding ourselves accountable, while always striving for progress through continuous improvement. We value open, honest, and respectful communication, addressing matters directly and constructively.

The Role

Join Ozdare in an exciting newly created leadership role, taking responsibility for the strategy, performance and growth of one of the world's most iconic professional haircare brands.

Reporting to the CEO, you will lead cross-functional teams across Sales, Marketing and Education, driving commercial success and strengthening salon partnerships.

Lead the people, strategy and growth of one of the world's most iconic professional haircare brands.

Founded in 1978, AVEDA was built on a vision to bring beauty professionals high-performance, botanically inspired products that care for people and the planet. Today, AVEDA continues to lead the way in professional haircare, combining artistry, innovation and a commitment to environmental responsibility.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of Brand Sales – AVEDA to lead the overall strategy, performance and continued growth of the brand across Australia.

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Ozdare Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic direction and leadership across multiple functions, including Sales, Marketing and Education, ensuring all departments are aligned in delivering the brand's commercial objectives.

This is a hands-on senior leadership opportunity that combines strategic thinking with operational execution. You will be responsible for driving sales performance, developing high-performing teams, strengthening salon partnerships and delivering a cohesive brand strategy across all customer touchpoints.

Your ability to bring people together, build a collaborative culture and translate strategy into results will be key to your success.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Brand Growth

- Develop and execute the overall AVEDA business strategy to achieve sales, growth and profitability objectives.
- Identify new business opportunities,



market trends and initiatives to strengthen AVEDA's position within the Australian professional salon industry.
- Drive commercial performance while maintaining the brand's premium positioning and values.

Cross-Functional Leadership

- Provide leadership, direction and accountability across Sales, Marketing and Education teams.
- Ensure all departments work collaboratively towards shared business objectives and deliver a consistent brand experience.
- Lead, coach and develop departmental leaders and their teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative and results-driven culture.
- Oversee departmental planning, priorities, resource allocation and performance.

Sales & Business Development

- Drive national sales performance, ensuring the achievement of revenue targets and sustainable business growth.
- Oversee the development and execution of sales strategies to expand the salon network and maximise existing business opportunities.
- Build and maintain robust relationships with key salon partners and stakeholders.
- Monitor sales performance, customer retention and market opportunities to identify areas for improvement.

Education & Customer Experience

- Provide strategic direction to the Education team, ensuring education programs support salon success, customer retention and business development.
- Champion the delivery of exceptional education experiences that strengthen customer relationships and brand loyalty.
- Ensure Sales and Education teams work collaboratively to support salon partners and maximise growth opportunities.

Commercial & Operational Management

- Take ownership of brand budgets, financial performance and commercial outcomes.
- Monitor key performance indicators across departments, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and profitability.
- Collaborate with the CEO and Leadership Team on business planning, forecasting and strategic initiatives.
- Ensure all departmental activities align with company policies, procedures and brand standards.

About You

We are looking for an experienced, commercially astute leader who can inspire people, drive performance and successfully manage multiple business functions.

You will bring:

- Proven experience in a senior sales, commercial or brand leadership role.
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams, ideally across Sales,



Marketing and Education.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to develop and execute strategies that deliver measurable business results.
- Exceptional people leadership skills, with a genuine passion for coaching, mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
- The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
- Strong financial management, budgeting and analytical capabilities.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- A cooperative leadership style with the ability to align multiple departments towards shared objectives.
- Adaptability, resilience and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
- Experience within the professional haircare, beauty or salon industry will be highly regarded.
- An appreciation for AVEDA's brand philosophy, sustainability commitments and professional salon heritage.

Above all, you are a confident and inspiring leader who understands how to bring together people, strategy and execution to deliver exceptional business outcomes.

Additional Information

- Interstate and regional travel will be required.
- Victorian-based candidates are preferred, with Ozdare's Head Office and Academy located in Melbourne.
- Opportunities for international travel, including industry events and brand experiences.

What's in it for you?

- Competitive base salary, car allowance and performance-based bonus structure.
- Ongoing professional training and leadership development opportunities
- Generous employee product allowances.
- Quarterly wellness allowance.
- A paid day off on your birthday.
- Opportunities for international travel and industry experiences.
- The opportunity to lead an iconic global brand within a successful and growing Australian business.

How to Apply:

If you're an inspiring leader with a passion for people, commercial success and building exceptional brands, we'd love to hear from you.

Click APPLY NOW to take the next step in your career with Ozdare and AVEDA.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ozdare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Want to know more about us?

www.ozdare.com

www.aveda.com.au

Applications Close Friday 27th November 2026

Location & Work Rights

This role is based Melbourne, Victoria. Applicants must be currently residing in Australia and able to travel regionally and interstate as required.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. This role is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Ozdare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Company Overview

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📌 Head of Brand Sales - Aveda (South Melbourne)
🏢 Ozdare
📍 South Melbourne