Associate Program Manager - Packaging at Kendo Brands, Inc. | CA, US | Rezi

Associate Program Manager - Packaging at Kendo Brands, Inc.

Associate Program Manager - Packaging

Kendo Brands, Inc. · CA, US

1 weeks ago

Associate Program Manager - Packaging

Kendo Brands, Inc. · CA, US

14 days ago
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About the Role

Independent self-starter responsible for managing the creative development of packaging artwork for two Kendo brands. Responsible for ensuring on-time delivery of packaging artwork & deliverables throughout the creative process, from concept development through final execution.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in bi-weekly status meetings, keep team leads informed, and discuss project status while establishing clear next steps and resolving blocks.
  • Upload and monitor individual project timelines through Asana.
  • Actively monitor schedules and follow up on internal copy/layout/mechanical due dates to ensure teams meet deadlines.
  • Follow up with team leads for missing packaging information and add dielines, ingredient lists, and fill weights to the server.
  • Work directly with the Regulatory & Compliance team to track and confirm EU artwork approval.
  • Communicate projects to Production Artists and outline daily priorities.
  • Follow up on questions and approvals with internal teams.
  • Collaborate with Production Artists to confirm artwork releases and approvals of samples.
  • Actively participate in weekly Product Development and Operation meetings.
  • Track comp requests for photo shoots and Market Week.
  • Upload and route artwork in ProofHQ, ensuring all questions are resolved and Production Artists are clear on changes.
  • Review and check-in artwork from Production Artists.

Requirements

  • BA degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 2+ years of project management experience in retail or agency.
  • Proficient knowledge of computer programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Asana, Workfront Proof, SmartSheets.
  • Retail or beauty experience preferred.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Solid organizational skills, detail-oriented; time management skills, ability to juggle priorities.
  • Strong relationship-building skills; ability to work with a variety of people in various disciplines.
  • Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment and meet very tight deadlines.
  • The drive to excel and succeed; self-motivated.
  • Passion for beauty and retail.

Skills

  • Excel
  • Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Asana
  • Workfront Proof
  • SmartSheets

Location

  • San Francisco

Work Type

  • Hybrid

Experience Level

  • 2+ years

Education Level

  • BA degree or equivalent experience preferred

Salary/Compensations

  • $81,900 - $94,300 per year

Benefits

  • Annual bonus
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flex paid time off program
  • Parental leave
  • Employee discount/perks
  • Retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Summer Fridays
  • Opportunity to work from anywhere for two weeks during the calendar year
  • December wellness/shutdown week

About the Company

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

Equal Opportunity

  • 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.