Kendo Director of Global Visual and Experiential Design

San Francisco • USA

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Kendo Holdings, Inc., a San Francisco-based beauty brand developer and wholesaler, is a subsidiary of LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton, the world's largest luxury group. Kendo serves as a creative hub for next-generation beauty product development for global Sephora channels and selective retailers. Known for its innovative and inspiring brand portfolio, Kendo continuously redefines the beauty industry through exceptional product offerings, storytelling, and retail partnerships.

1. Lead the conceptualization and execution of innovative in-store displays, windows, and animated visual merchandising spaces.
2. Drive the creative vision for global IRL spaces across all Kendo brands, ensuring alignment with brand DNA and business objectives.
3. Research and select materials and fixtures to enhance product displays, establishing innovative vendor relationships.
4. Collaborate with brand teams and retailer partners to ensure cohesive product launches and fixture designs.
5. Maintain visual merchandising standards by regularly visiting stores and implementing necessary adjustments.

1. Bachelor's degree in Visual Design or a related field, or equivalent experience.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in store design or visual merchandising within the beauty industry.
3. Proven experience with beauty retailers such as Sephora and Ulta.

1. Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp.
2. Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
3. Creative thinking with the ability to translate ideas into visually appealing displays.
4. Project management skills with a strong ability to meet deadlines.
5. Experience in vendor management and procurement processes.

Minimum 10 years

Bachelor's degree in Visual Design or a related field, or equivalent experience.

$164,000 - $205,000 per year, dependent on experience and location.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, annual bonus, flex paid time off, parental leave, employee discounts, retirement plan with employer contributions, Summer Fridays, and the opportunity to work remotely for two weeks per year.

Kendo fosters a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture, emphasizing creativity, diversity, and resilience. The company values storytelling, product excellence, and a 'can do' spirit, encouraging employees to embrace challenges and innovate continuously.