About this opportunity
Levi Strauss & Co. lists this Director, Global Merchandising – Blue Tab opportunity in san francisco, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We’re a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future.
Blue Tab represents one of Levi's most ambitious growth opportunities and the evolution of the brand's premium expression of denim lifestyle.
Rooted in heritage craftsmanship and premium denim, Blue Tab combines exceptional product, modern design, and compelling storytelling with the power and scale of one of the world's most iconic brands.
As Director, Global Merchandising – Blue Tab, you will set the product vision, shape the consumer and category strategy, bringing together a dedicated cross-functional team to build a premium, head-to-toe lifestyle assortment grounded in elevated fabrics, craftsmanship, and point of view.
For someone energized by building, scaling, and defining businesses, this is a rare opportunity to help create the next chapter of premium product at Levi's while working within a global organization committed to long-term growth, innovation, and brand elevation.
About The Job
Category Vision & Strategy
Define and evolve the global product vision and category strategy aligned to brand priorities
Lead long-range planning and seasonal merchandising frameworks to support growth and innovation
Translate consumer insights and market trends into actionable product direction
Assortment Strategy & Product Execution
Own and refine assortment strategy and line plan, ensuring clarity, focus, and scalability across markets
Drive product from concept through launch and in-season performance management
Ensure alignment to brand positioning, quality standards, and price-value expectations
Business Performance & Commercial Ownership
Accountable for category performance, including revenue growth, margin, and full-price sell-through
Partner closely with Planning to optimize product mix and performance outcomes
Lead in-season business analysis to identify risks and opportunities
Consumer Focus & Brand Storytelling
Champion a deep understanding of target consumer segments
Partner with Marketing to develop compelling product stories and go-to-market strategies
Ensure product consistently reinforces brand positioning and differentiation
Cross-Functional Leadership
Collaborate across a matrixed global organization to align teams to a shared vision
Drive clear decision-making and prioritization across product, financial, and brand objectives
Partner with regional teams to ensure balance between global consistency and local relevance
Team Leadership
Lead and develop a merchandising team
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous development
You will report to the Chief Merchant, Women's.
About You
10+ years of merchandising, product merchandising, or category leadership experience within apparel, lifestyle, premium, or luxury-adjacent brands
Built and scaled categories, product concepts, or businesses with measurable commercial impact
Elevated point of view on product, style, fabrication, quality, and brand storytelling
Experience developing consumer-led strategies, assortment architectures, and long-range product visions
Balances elevated product instincts with revenue, margin, and productivity goals
Influences across partners like Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Planning, and Marketing
Comfortable leading through influence, setting direction, and rallying teams around a shared vision
Thrives in entrepreneurial environments where initiative and building new capabilities are part of the opportunity
Energized by creating the future of a brand, category, or consumer proposition and bringing that vision to life through product and team leadership
This is a hybrid position based in our San Francisco, CA headquarters. You will be expected in office 3 days per week typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note, time in office can vary depending on business needs.
The expected starting salary range for this role is $167,300 - $245,400 per year. 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 factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more 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 and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.
LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA, USA
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time
FILL DATE
This position is expected to be filled by 10/22/2026.
Current LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Worksite address
san francisco, CA, 94199, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.