Director, Global Merchandising - Blue Tab (San Francisco)

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 JobCategory Vision & StrategyDefine and evolve the global product vision and category strategy aligned to brand prioritiesLead long-range planning and seasonal merchandising frameworks to support growth and innovationTranslate consumer insights and market trends into actionable product directionAssortment Strategy & Product ExecutionOwn and refine assortment strategy and line plan, ensuring clarity, focus, and scalability across marketsDrive product from concept through launch and in-season performance managementEnsure alignment to brand positioning, quality standards, and price-value expectationsBusiness Performance & Commercial OwnershipAccountable for category performance, including revenue growth, margin, and full-price sell-throughPartner closely with Planning to optimize product mix and performance outcomesLead in-season business analysis to identify risks and opportunitiesConsumer Focus & Brand StorytellingChampion a deep understanding of target consumer segmentsPartner with Marketing to develop compelling product stories and go-to-market strategiesEnsure product consistently reinforces brand positioning and differentiationCross-Functional LeadershipCollaborate across a matrixed global organization to align teams to a shared visionDrive clear decision-making and prioritization across product, financial, and brand objectivesPartner with regional teams to ensure balance between global consistency and local relevanceTeam LeadershipLead and develop a merchandising teamFoster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous developmentYou will report to the Chief Merchant, Women's.About You10+ years of merchandising, product merchandising, or category leadership experience within apparel, lifestyle, premium, or luxury-adjacent brandsBuilt and scaled categories, product concepts, or businesses with measurable commercial impactElevated point of view on product, style, fabrication, quality, and brand storytellingExperience developing consumer-led strategies, assortment architectures, and long-range product visionsBalances elevated product instincts with revenue, margin, and productivity goalsInfluences across partners like Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Planning, and MarketingComfortable leading through influence, setting direction, and rallying teams around a shared visionThrives in entrepreneurial environments where initiative and building new capabilities are part of the opportunityEnergized by creating the future of a brand, category, or consumer proposition and bringing that vision to life through product and team leadershipThis 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.#LI-HybridEOE M/F/Disability/VetsLOCATIONSan Francisco, CA, USAFULL TIME/PART TIMEFull timeFILL DATEThis position is expected to be filled by 10/22/2026.Current LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.SummaryLocation: HQ-Office, San Francisco, CA, USAType: Full time