Merchandiser - Mid-Level

You re an original. So are we.
We re a company of people who like to forge our own path. We invented the blue jean in 1873, and we reinvented khaki pants in 1986. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines in manufacturing. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. Our brands stand for freedom and self-expression around the world.

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 out sized impact on the world. We employ more than 15,000 people globally to support our great brands: Levi s , Dockers , Denizen and Signature by Levi Strauss & Co.TM

As the Merchant for Global Women s and Collaborations, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day execution and partnering with the Director to drive the overall strategy for assigned global product category. You will report to the Director Merchandising, Dockers.

Job Description

More specifically, in this role, you will:

Create an assortment strategy based on analysis of both our internal and competitor marketplace while considering global and local requirements. Deliver assortments in line with the brand s look and feel and achieve financial targets.
Partner with counterparts to develop seed, scale, maximize lifecycle strategies
Manage all collections and collaborations. Executing on deliverables and managing the go to market calendar from concept to delivery
Partner with Director to create a consumer-focused global product strategy and vision. Influence internal and external partner s around strategic vision. Monitor and share competitor trends including strategies for different markets.
Engage and partner with regional merchandising teams to ensure alignment and understanding of merchandising recommendations and develop insights into the local markets.
Drive global strategy as outlined by Director and deliver metrics for the respective category.
Participate and present in the monthly and quarterly business review meetings and update Design & PD partners on product sales.
Partner with the regional merchandising team to develop a compelling and consistent global product offering for a category or segment, aligned with the big ideas of the brand. Interpret and incorporate regional brief requirements in developing a global brief for the licensee partner.
Be a hands-on team member and have ability to work on the systems & processes if needed. Responsible for overseeing product data integrity in merchant systems and processes

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related discipline preferred
Minimum 3-5 years direct merchandising experience working at an apparel manufacturer, retailer or marketer
Proficient in PLM
Knowledge of merchandising and design trends in the global marketplace. Understanding of region's market share ad opportunity to grow. Ability to apply that knowledge, connect the dots, and create product ideas that win in the marketplace.
Knowledge of garment design and construction
Knowledge of cost of goods
Strong interpersonal skills (communication, presentation, influence and negotiation)
Strong communication skills with both internal and external partners
Can mentor and train others