Business Development Manager Keune Beauty Solutions

Keune Beauty Solutions (KBS) is looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to accelerate growth and build strong, long-term partnerships within the global beauty industry. This is a high-impact role offering real growth and development opportunities in an international, high-performing environment.

MISSION

• Manage and grow a portfolio of new clients within the beauty sector

• Develop and maintain new business relationships, with a primary focus on:

  • Independent beauty brands

  • High-end / premium beauty brands

• Identify new commercial opportunities and actively support international expansion

• Act as a trusted commercial partner to clients, from onboarding to long-term growth

• Travel approximately 20–30% to meet clients, attend industry events, and drive business development initiatives

YOU

You are a commercially driven professional who combines strategic thinking with strong execution. You are:

• A natural team player with strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills

• Able to stay calm under pressure while maintaining a clear overview

• Decisive, flexible, and solution-oriented, with a hands-on mindset

• Highly responsible, with a strong drive to get things done

• Professional and representative in your communication and external presence

• Currently based in Europe

In addition, you bring:

• 2–4 years of commercial experience in an international environment, preferably within FMCG

• A proactive, results-oriented mindset and flexibility beyond a traditional 9–5 schedule

• A strong interest in global expansion and new business development

• Professional proficiency in English

• Knowledge of the beauty or fashion industry (strong advantage)

• An existing network or contacts within the beauty space (preferred)

OUR OFFER

• A competitive salary aligned with your experience and impact

• Travel allowance from home to the office

• 27 vacation days per year (based on full-time employment)

• A solid pension plan

• Attractive staff discounts on Keune products

• A dynamic, high-performance environment with a high level of autonomy

• The opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact on the beauty industry

• A warm, family-oriented working environment with passionate colleagues who truly love what they do

KEUNE

We are a family-owned company with a long-term vision, where science sits at the heart of everything we do. Our story began in Amsterdam in 1922. Today, 103 years later, Keune is one of the fastest-growing brands in professional hair care.

From our headquarters in Soest, Keune products are developed, produced, and distributed worldwide to more than 90 countries. With a strong focus on sustainability and animal-friendly practices, we are B Corp certified and continue to grow internationally year after year. Under the leadership of Philip Berlijn, we are committed to building a strong global

brand, fostering collab.