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Where we lead, others follow. For more than 160 years, we've used the strength of our brands to lead with our values and make an outsized impact on the world. We employ more than 15,000 people globally to support our great brands: Levi's®, Dockers®, Denizen®, Signature by Levi Strauss & Co.™ and Beyond Yoga.
In this role as the Senior Merchant for Dockers Men’s Bottoms, you will inform and lead in developing a consumer and market relevant, category-leading product leveraging the customer, trends and competitive intelligence that achieves financial and brand equity goals. You will report to the Director Merchandising, Dockers.
About The Job
Create an assortment strategy based on analysis of both the Docker's and competitor marketplace while considering global and local requirements. Deliver assortments following brand’s look and feel; achieve financial targets
Direct the creation of a consumer-focused global product vision. Influence internal and external partner’s around strategic vision. Monitor and share competitor trends including strategies for different markets.
Engage and partner with regions/affiliates to ensure understanding of merchandising recommendations and develop insights into the local markets. Partner with regional merchants for alignment and to gain specific geographic expertise
Expert in the industry, one who understands regions market share & opportunity to grow. Expert in connecting the dots and create product ideas to win in the marketplace
Partner with the Director, on global strategy and the long-range category plan. Deliver metrics for multiple categories. Influence SBP & business strategy
Participate and present in the monthly and quarterly business review meetings and update the design & PD partners on product sales
Partner with the regional merchandising team to develop a compelling global product offering for a category or segment, aligned with big ideas of the brand. Interpret and incorporate regional brief requirements in developing a global brief to the licensee partner
Manage and build team. Mentor and potentially manage one or more coordinator, associate or merchant.
Oversee product data integrity in merchant systems and processes
Partner with director and cross functional teams to strategize product testing and insights
About You
Bachelor's degree in related discipline (8+ years combined college education and work experience may be substituted for a degree)
Minimum 5 years direct merchandising experience working at an apparel manufacturer, retailer or marketer
Minimum 3 years in a management role with responsibility for team leadership and development
In-depth knowledge of merchandising and design trends in the global marketplace
Knowledge of garment design/construction and cost of goods
The expected starting salary range for this role is $96,600- $146,200. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance and business needs.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive plans, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits or other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Levi Strauss & Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and recruiting and maintaining a workforce that welcomes and respects people from diverse backgrounds while enabling our employees to make an impact. We value the unique combination of talents, experiences, and perspectives of each employee, making our collective success possible.
Benefits
We put a lot of thought into our programs to provide you with a benefits package that matters. Whether it is for medical care, taking time off, improving your health or planning for retirement, we've got you covered. Here's a small snapshot:
401K match: $1.25 for every $1.00 you contribute up to the first 6% of pay you save.
Five hours of paid volunteer time per month with nonprofit organizations
Product discount of 60% off regular-price merchandise
Paid Family Leave
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA, USA
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time
Current LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Retail Apparel and Fashion, Design Services, and Retail
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