KEVIN.MURPHY Education Manager

Reports To

National Beauty - Education Manager

Division

Distributed Brands

Brand

KEVIN.MURPHY

Location

Nationwide

Contract Type

Part-time – 3 days per week

About National Beauty Distribution

Founded in Cork in 2011, National Beauty Distribution (NBD) is Ireland’s leading importer and wholesaler for the beauty, hair, and cosmetics industry. We don’t just distribute products – we build brands. From salon-defining haircare names like KEVIN.MURPHY, ELEVEN Australia, K18, and Color Wow, to consumer favourites like Sundae Body, we manage every element of a brand’s Irish journey: from sales and education to PR, marketing, and retailer relationships. 

About KEVIN.MURPHY

Founded in Australia by session stylist Kevin Murphy, KEVIN.MURPHY is a premium professional haircare brand built on a simple idea: treat hair with the same care as skin. Every product is created around the brand’s three core pillars – Fashion, Performance and Environment – combining editorial-level results with a genuine commitment to sustainability, from recycled ocean plastic packaging to cruelty-free, vegan formulations. It’s a brand for stylists who care as much about craft as they do about the planet, and this role is about bringing that philosophy to life in salons across Ireland.

What You'll Do

You’ll lead the national education programme for KEVIN.MURPHY and deliver impactful in-salon training that empowers salons to elevate their skills and product knowledge. This role is about championing KEVIN.MURPHY’s Fashion, Performance and Environment values through world-class education.

Education & Inspiration

• Deliver inspiring, high-level education in hair colour, techniques, service trends, and KEVIN.MURPHY’s sustainability philosophy

• Lead the national education programme – from in-salon training to hub-based sessions – embedding environmental awareness throughout

• Plan and execute the annual education calendar

• Stay informed on colour innovation, product knowledge, industry trends, and sustainable beauty practices

• Represent National Beauty Distribution and KEVIN.MURPHY at training events and industry gatherings, championing the brand’s Fashion, Performance and Environment values

• Work alongside educators and brands across the NBD portfolio, sharing best practice and supporting a joined-up approach to education across the business.

• Ensure freelance educators are equipped, developed and coached to deliver high-quality training experiences.

Objectives of the Role

• Serve as a world-class ambassador for National Beauty Distribution and KEVIN.MURPHY

• Deliver training sessions for both sales representatives and customers

• Develop and present engaging product training materials

• Provide expert advice and support to customers and sales teams

• Contribute to the development of education and training materials

• Stay ahead of industry and haircare trends

• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure consistent messaging and branding

• Attend relevant events and conferences to stay informed and inspired

• Support the NBD portfolio of brands with education when required

What You'll Bring

• Hairdressing/colour qualification, salon-based training or platform artistry experience

• 5 years qualified experience

• Full driving licence and willingness to travel nationally 

What We Offer

• Early Friday finish

• Company pension

• 40% staff discount

• Death in Service Benefit

• Avivacare

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)