Director, Packaging Development - Fenty

Job DescriptionDirector, Packaging Development - FentyABOUT 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 goalsAdvocacy, 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 position is $168,100 - $205,000 per year. Offered salary is dependent upon experience and San Francisco location. This is a hybrid role based in our downtown San Francisco office – Tues through Thursday in-office, with Monday and Friday remote.Kendo Total Rewards offerings also include an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental and vision insurance, flex paid time off program, parental leave, employee discount/perks, a retirement plan with employer contributions, Summer Fridays, opportunity to work from anywhere for two weeks during the calendar year and December wellness/shutdown week for applicable positions.The Kendo house of brands currently includes: Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, Fenty Eau de Parfum, Fenty Hair, Ole Henriksen, Lip Lab.SUMMARYThe Director, Packaging Development – Fenty will develop high quality, cost effective, fun and innovative packaging while exceeding internal expectations where possible. Responsibilities include concept ideation, component development, package testing and manufacturing execution.RESPONSIBILITIESDevelopmentGuide technical, aesthetic & cost aspects of the design process, including concept ideation and 3D designOversees all projects of all types (sellable, non-sellable, samples, accessories) Execute feasibility on design, COGS, manufacturing capabilities and timingIdentify suitable suppliers based on project requirementsAware of cost impact of each component or methods of productionContinue to evolve packaging aesthetics in coordination with Packaging Design Oversee color/deco submissions, standards, and range boardsResolve packaging related quality issuesFollow and resolve packaging related timeline challengesEngineeringReview and approve technical drawings Lead packaging tooling effortsOversee packaging testing, analyze test results and assess associated riskOversee line trials, fill wts, and component/assembly specsArtworkIssue label claim, dieline, recycling codes and UPC for artworkArtwork proofing for packaging related elementsMaintain component specification and fill assembly instructionsSupport regional and QA package data inquiryGeneralLead and execute resourcing and cost savings initiativesInterface with Marketing, Creative, Operations and Product Development departmentsUnderstand cosmetic product and packaging manufacturing processesParticipate in the development of new package development processes and systemsDevelop and maintain a professional knowledge of new or emerging trends in packaging technologyDrive towards sustainability initiatives Manage budgetManagerialPotentially oversee more than one brandManage, lead, and train an effective team of 2-5 packaging developersLeads various meetings and discussions, both internal and externalHas a strategic view beyond just packaging REQUIREMENTSBS degree in Packaging Engineering or a related technical discipline10+ years of experience in package development/engineering with a best-in-class beauty companyProven track record of success and a broad understanding of cosmetics packagingDemonstrated history of successful cooperation and working relationships with Creative, Marketing, Product Development, and OperationsStrong GMP knowledgeStrategic developer as well as hands-on problem solverStrong independent and analytical thinking skillsExcellent team player with strong relationship building skillsReadily accepts and embraces change, comfortable navigating through ambiguityStrong knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookExcellent communication skills, to be able to deal effectively with all levels of the organization and suppliersExcellent organizational skills to manage the documentation, materials, samples and informationSolid record of people management, effectively developing and leading a team of Packaging DevelopersJob DetailsJob Type: Full-timeCategory: Design & Creative