Fenty Beauty, Assistant Business Manager, Selfridges

FENTY BEAUTY – Assistant Business Manager – Selfridges London

Apply for the Assistant Business Manager position at LVMH Fragrance Brands.

Kendo Holdings, Inc. is a San Francisco-based beauty brand developer and wholesaler owned by LVMH. Kendo focuses on original development, collaborations, and acquisitions to create innovative, market-savvy beauty products for Sephora and select retailers. The Kendo brand portfolio includes Ole Henriksen, Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, Fenty Fragrance and Fenty Hair.

Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty to provide inclusive makeup across all skin tones. The line offers lightweight, buildable coverage that "makes skin look like skin" and emphasizes fun, risk-taking beauty.

Built on global ingredients, Fenty Skin delivers vegan, gluten-free, earth-conscious formulas focused on clean, effective skincare.

As a true ambassador for Fenty Beauty, the Assistant Business Manager will work alongside the Business Manager to drive retail performance ponsibilities include managing Makeup Artists, staffing, sales targets, in-store events, and the delivery of an exceptional customer experience.

• Manage, inspire, and motivate a team of full/part-time Makeup Artists, including staffing rotations and coaching.
• Model exceptional product knowledge and service, creating a loyal clientele to drive sales.
• Set and manage sales goals, and support payroll investment to achieve financial targets.
• Build and implement a clientele program that drives loyalty and sales.
• Create in-store activations aligned with the brand calendar for new product launches and core initiatives.
• Strategically develop and grow the brand business within the store.
• Build strong relationships with Selfridges management and internal Kendo teams to advance business results.
• Develop continuous training to refine sales, artistry, and customer service skills.
• Manage tester and sample budgets, ensuring timely orders.
• Maintain professional, ethical brand representation at all times.
• Foster positive, collaborative relationships with team and store partners.
• Maintain excellent personal grooming standards.

• Previous experience in a luxury store environment.
• High-level makeup artistry background.
• At least 2 years of retail experience at a similar level or managing a non-flagship account.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Experience building and executing a clientele strategy.
• Leadership skills, including conflict resolution and problem-solving.
• Forward planning and achievement of financial goals.
• Excellent customer service, clientele, and communication skills.
• Organizational skills for planning and executing in-store events.
• Commercial awareness.

Self-starter, confident, professional, and passionate about beauty. Adaptable, energetic, modern, and fair-aimed. Demonstrated drive for results, with a courteous demeanor that upholds the brand image. Must be able to speak knowledgeably about Rihanna and Fenty.

Join us to empower the most inclusive beauty experience for Selfridges shoppers.