Hair Stylist and Salon Supervisor

We are currently seeking an interim Hair Stylist and Salon Supervisor, to work with our global FMCG client, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based at our client's scientific Research & Development facility in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role to run for 12 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £25,955 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

Delivering Superior Brand Experiences is at the focus of the UL Hair category and our hair salon in the heart of research and development facility has a pivotal role to play in developing impactful global innovations and renovations that delight consumers and provide us with a source of competitive advantage.

Our salon and sensory capability within the Consumer Technical Insight team is an integral part of the category research and development team. Our purpose is to guide our brand and category design partners to create products that deliver to the consumer needs, we do this by evaluating hair care products, profiling their performance with consumers or on mannequin heads.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with a dedicated team to deliver salon generated data and insights to shape the development of new hair products.

If you enjoy teamwork, enjoying working within a busy salon and have an ability to supervise a team to ensure consistency and quality in service delivery - this is a role for you.

Key Accountabilities

• Following standardised methods to assess and provide feedback on a range of hair care products.
• Oversee day to day salon operations, ensuring a smooth workflow and maintaining a high standard of consumer service.
• Support the training and mentoring of new and existing assessors, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.
• Enforce and uphold salon policies and procedures to ensure consistency and quality in service delivery.
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional salon space to enhance the overall consumer experience.
• Collaborate with salon management to implement improvements and new methodologies.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a hairstylist with a passion for hair products and hair trends.
• Qualified to NVQ level 2 or 3.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic IT skills (able to use MS Word and Excel).
• Ability to train and motivate a team of stylists.

Port Sunlight working environment:

• Free onsite parking
• Staff shop discounted products
• Working in state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities
• Free parking onsite
• 5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester
• 20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes' drive from Chester
• Disabled parking
• In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village
• There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more.
• The sites have three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
• In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold-water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.