Job Description

ABOUT KENDO

Kendo Holdings, Inc. is a San Francisco-based beauty brand developer and wholesaler owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton, the world's largest luxury group. A play on the words "can do", Kendo has become the hub of creativity and next generation beauty product development for global Sephora channels and selective retailers outside of Sephora.

Through original development, collaborations and acquisitions the Kendo stable of brands will always be creative, inspiring and innovative. A dynamic engine of speed, expertise and market-savvy, the Kendo team continues to redefine the beauty industry through great product, great storytelling, great retail and direct-to-consumer partnerships. This shows up in everything we do and in what we stand for:

• "Can Do" Spirit: We work together to make our wildest dreams a reality: As entrepreneurs, we embrace optimism and find creative ways to reach our goals
• Advocacy, Diversity, and Inclusion: We recognize and celebrate the full spectrum of personal identities. We create safe spaces so everyone's voice is heard. We listen with humility and act with courage.
• Storytelling: We tell authentic stories like no, one else. It's our key to inspire trust and build relationships, rallying, our people, partners, and consumers around our brands.
• Resilience: We embrace challenges as opportunities. Change is ever- constant, and agility is our strength.
• Product Excellence: We put the consumers first: We constantly raise the bar to create products of the highest quality that everyone just has to have.

The salary range for this temp position is $58.00 $66.00 per hour. Offered salary is dependent upon experience and San Francisco location.

The Kendo house of brands currently includes: Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, Fenty Eau de Parfum, Fenty Hair, Ole Henriksen, Lip Lab.

SUMMARY

The Manager, Global Brand Strategy & Brand Operations plays a critical role in driving operational excellence and strategic brand initiatives across the Fentyverse (Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, Fenty Hair, Fenty Fragrance).

This role is responsible for ensuring strong end-to-end execution across key Brand Ops processes including Product Lifecycle Management (Global Assortment, Space Planning, Discontinuation, E& O), while partnering closely with Regional teams to support growth and operational efficiency.

Reporting into the Sr. Director of Brand Strategy & Operations, this role contributes to driving brand sales, substantial margin and OP growth, and fostering regional process consistency across all global markets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Boost profitability through Product Lifecycle & Key processes implementation across the Fentyverse:

• Own the end-to-end Product Lifecycle Management process, ensuring timely and efficient execution across key milestones (Global Assortment, Space Planning, Disco).
  Own Global Space Planning & Assortments (in collaboration with Global Brand and VM teams) to maximize retail presence and product visibility across all different space configurations.
• Oversee the Discontinue Process, by leading quarterly cross-functional meetings, sharing updates, and incorporating feedback from international markets to ensure key milestones are met (Budget, Strat Plan, R1, R2).
• Partner with Sr. Director to collaborate with Brand, Finance, Sales & Supply Planning teams to support data-driven decision-making and healthy P& L outcomes.

Manage end-to-end Excess & Obsolete (E& O) strategy across the Fentyverse:

• Build and execute the E& O strategy, including inventory opportunities and monthly sales plans.
• Lead sales process and negotiation with off-price partners.
• Track monthly sales performance against targets and proactively identify incremental opportunities.

Ensures Global Coordination, Execution & Operational Efficiency in collaboration with the Associate Brand Ops Manager:

• Orchestrate seamless regional alignment and efficient Go-To-Market execution across all global markets.
• Streamline & Optimize process communication between Global Brand & International Markets.
• Act as the key international liaison (e.g., global monthly meetings, market week presentation, etc.)

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of progressive experience in brand, operations, or merchandising within the beauty, fashion, or luxury goods industry, with a focus on makeup, skincare, or fragrance.
• Previous exposure to Process Improvement and Project Management is a strong plus.
• Data-savvy profile with strong analytical skills and hands-on experience in sales performance analysis and business reporting.
• Experience in inventory management and/or beauty off-price channels is a plus.
• Effective problem solver, driven by a Project Manager mindset with a strong focus on efficiency
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a highly detail-oriented approach.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience managing global teams and initiatives.
• Thrives in an environment that is fast-paced, rapidly changing, and client service-oriented.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.