SVP of Business Development

Company Description Hot Heads Hair Cosmetics Company is a beauty and hair care brand based in Wichita, Kansas, specializing in innovative cosmetic products for diverse hair types and styles. The company focuses on delivering high-quality, performance-driven formulations that support both professional stylists and everyday consumers. With a growing presence in the hair cosmetics market, Hot Heads aims to expand its reach through strong partnerships and strategic distribution channels. Team members join a collaborative environment that values creativity, customer experience, and sustainable business growth.
Role Description The SVP of Business Development is a full-time, remote role responsible for leading growth initiatives and expanding the company’s market presence in the hair cosmetics space. This role oversees new business acquisition, strategic partnerships, and channel development, working closely with executive leadership to define and execute long-term growth plans. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and pursuing high-value opportunities, building and maintaining key relationships with distributors, retailers, and strategic partners, and overseeing complex contract negotiations. The SVP will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product, and Finance to align business development efforts with brand strategy, revenue targets, and product launches. This leader is also accountable for setting performance metrics, coaching a high-performing team, and reporting on pipeline, forecasts, and market trends to inform strategic decisions.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong New Business Development and Business Planning skills to create and execute growth strategies.
• Candidates should possess proven Contract Negotiation capabilities to manage complex agreements with partners and distributors.
• Candidates should possess solid Sales and Account Management experience to drive revenue and nurture long-term relationships.
• Candidates should possess strategic leadership abilities, including team management, cross-functional collaboration, and executive communication.
• Extensive experience in beauty, cosmetics, or consumer packaged goods is highly beneficial, preferably in senior business development or commercial roles.
• Strong analytical, financial acumen, and data-driven decision-making skills are required to evaluate opportunities and measure performance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field required; an MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, manage multiple priorities, and travel as needed for key partner meetings and industry events.