Job Description

About Us:

Kendo Holding, Inc. is a San Francisco-based luxury brand creation center. Launched in 2008, KENDO began as a development arm of the SEPHORA merchandising department – creating the products and brands that Sephora knew their clients wanted but didn’t exist in the market. Named after a play on “can do”, Kendo became the hub of creativity and next generation beauty product development.
Kendo is owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton, the world’s largest luxury group. The Kendo house of brands includes: Marc Jacobs Beauty, Formula X, Kat Von D, Elizabeth and James Fragrances, Ole Henriksen and Bite.

Position Summary:

Through original development, collaborations and acquisitions, KENDO brings to market the freshest, most relevant and innovative brands. A dynamic engine of speed, expertise and market-savvy, the KENDO team continues to redefine the beauty industry through its brands.
The Product Development Coordinator will be responsible for assisting the team in packaging/product efforts and is the stepping stone to a career in product development. This role is fundamental to the fun, creative, and exciting world of creating new and innovative beauty products.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day Product Development operations (supplies, sample closet, shipping)

• Own process to provide samples to internal and external partners

• Own product development meeting scheduling and preparation

• Take the lead on product testing and feedback

• Assist in regulatory tasks as needed (global translations, master list of ingredients)

• Research competitive landscape and maintain benchmarks

• Create product comps for meetings and presentations

• Participate in brainstorms and concept ideation

• Assist in the development of new and innovative products

• Provide general support to the packaging and product development team

• Additional projects as assigned

• This job can be what you make of it!

Requirements:

• College degree and 1-3 years of work experience or equivalent experience preferred

• Passionate about makeup

• Efficiency is your motto – exceptional organizational and time management skills; able to juggle multiple

  priorities

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint)

• Client-focused, personable and flexible with demands and changes in business

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Creative problem solving and analytical skills; keen attention to detail

• Thrives in a fast-paced, often-changing, startup environment

• Flexible and positive attitude; able to work independently and within teams