Kendo National Accounts Coordinator

London • UK

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Kendo Holdings, Inc., a dynamic beauty brand developer and wholesaler based in San Francisco, operates as a creative powerhouse within the global beauty industry. As a subsidiary of LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton, the world's preeminent luxury group, Kendo is renowned for its innovative approach to beauty product development. The Kendo portfolio boasts illustrious brands such as KVD Vegan Beauty, Ole Henriksen, Fenty Skin, and Fenty Beauty by Rihanna, each embodying the company's commitment to creativity, inspiration, and innovation.

1. Administer daily operations related to sales, trade marketing, wholesale, and inventory planning across all retail partners.
2. Facilitate trade marketing activities by coordinating with the Marketing team to submit creative briefs and ensure timely delivery of creative assets to retailers.
3. Assist in executing trading plan promotions and secure global approvals as necessary.
4. Complete retailer new line forms, nominations, joiners & leavers, and line list forms in accordance with critical path requirements.
5. Coordinate with the Demand Planner to ensure seamless tracking of new product launches and basic replenishment orders.
6. Report on monthly wholesale achievements versus internal forecasts in collaboration with the Demand Planner.
7. Oversee store opening processes, ensuring responsibilities of the National Accounts and Marketing teams are fulfilled within required timelines.
8. Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external departments to ensure comprehensive communication.
9. Compile and communicate weekly and monthly sales and SKU analysis reports as requested by the National Accounts Team.
10. Prepare presentations for external and internal meetings as needed.
11. Undertake special projects aligned with business needs and personal development goals.

1. Excellent interpersonal skills
2. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel
3. Proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
4. Exceptional time management and organizational skills
5. Commercial awareness with analytical capabilities
6. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
7. Ability to maintain a positive outlook in a fast-paced environment

1. Interpersonal communication
2. Advanced Excel proficiency
3. Time management
4. Organizational skills
5. Commercial analysis
6. Written and verbal communication

Entry-level experience in a similar role within the beauty or luxury industry is preferred.

The position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for a balance between remote work and in-office collaboration.

Kendo fosters a culture of creativity and innovation, driven by a passion for beauty and excellence. As part of the LVMH family, the company values diversity, collaboration, and the pursuit of excellence, offering a vibrant and inspiring workplace environment.