Job Description – Beauty Academy Manager
Company: Purplle
Department: Retail Learning & Development / Purplle Beauty Academy
Position: Beauty Academy Manager
Location: Kerala
About Purplle
Purplle is one of India's leading beauty and personal care platforms, committed to empowering beauty professionals through world-class education and career opportunities. Purplle Beauty Academy aims to develop skilled beauty advisors and beauty professionals through structured training, practical learning, and industry exposure.
Position Summary
The Beauty Academy Manager will be responsible for managing the overall operations of the Purplle Beauty Academy, including student admissions, training quality, faculty management, placement coordination, business development, and academy profitability. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership, operational, and people management skills with experience in the beauty, retail, education, or training industry.
Key ResponsibilitiesAcademy Operations
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the academy.
- Ensure smooth execution of all training programs.
- Maintain academy infrastructure, inventory, and training equipment.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and academy standards.
Admissions & Business Development
- Drive student admissions through various marketing and outreach initiatives.
- Build relationships with colleges, NGOs, training institutes, and community organizations.
- Conduct seminars, career guidance sessions, and awareness programs.
- Achieve monthly and quarterly admission targets.
Student Experience
- Ensure excellent student engagement throughout the training journey.
- Monitor attendance, discipline, and academic performance.
- Handle student grievances and ensure timely resolution.
- Maintain high student satisfaction levels.
Training & Faculty Management
- Supervise trainers and ensure quality delivery of training.
- Monitor curriculum implementation and practical sessions.
- Conduct trainer evaluations and coaching.
- Ensure certification standards are maintained.
Placement & Industry Relations
- Coordinate placements with Purplle Retail stores and external beauty brands.
- Build partnerships with salons and beauty businesses.
- Track placement rates and student career progress.
Team Management
- Lead and mentor academy staff including trainers, counselors, mobilizers, and administrative personnel.
- Conduct regular performance reviews.
- Foster a positive and high-performance work culture.
Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports.
- Track admissions, revenue, placements, expenses, and academy performance.
- Maintain accurate student records and documentation.
- Ensure statutory and organizational compliance.
Desired Skills
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong business development and sales orientation.
- Ability to build partnerships and networks.
- Good analytical and reporting skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace.
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
- Customer-centric approach.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (MBA preferred).
- 4–8 years of experience in academy management, retail operations, training, education, or beauty industry management.
- Experience in admissions, business development, or placement management is preferred.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Monthly student admission targets.
- Revenue generation.
- Student attendance and retention.
- Course completion rate.
- Placement percentage.
- Student satisfaction score.
- Trainer performance.
- Academy profitability.
- Compliance and audit score.
- Team productivity.
What Purplle Offers
- Competitive salary and performance incentives.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Exposure to one of India's fastest-growing beauty brands.
- Continuous learning and leadership development.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Pay: ₹800,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
