Job Description
Product Operations Manager, Collaborations
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.
Levi's is looking for an Operations & Logistics Manager to join our Global Collaborations team. You will be accountable for the critical, behind-the-scenes operational & logistical aspects of our Collaborations & Licensed Partnerships and will contribute to the success of these high-profile launches. You will manage our processes to support Levi's collaborations and break down operational barriers in partnership with your Merchant teammates. You are comfortable around complexity and motivated in the face of ambiguity.
About the Job
- Partner with Project Managers/Leads to understand unique requirements of each collaboration from a strategic perspective, and any specific collaboration partner requirements, to inform anticipated processes and general operational scope
- Manage external vendor setup process end-to-end for collaborations where goods are bought from an external collaborator, including partnering with compliance teams to complete necessary checkpoints[SS1]
- Establish, document, manage and communicate new processes for inbound and outbound logistics based on the unique requirements of specific collaborations ad hoc, including direction for packing, receiving, invoicing, payment, and more
- Establish, document, manage and communicate new processes related to new vendors and new product categories relating to specific collaborations ad hoc, including care label compliance, trade compliance.
- Identify and foster relationships with a broad cross-section of company partners, including Finance Operations, Distribution & Logistics, Trade Compliance, Accounting & Controllership, Global Business Services, Sustainability, Ethics & Compliance.
- Manage updates and management of different internal and external systems as determined by the scope of each collaboration
- Initiate on wholesale account setup process for each collaboration partner, including partnering with credit & finance teams
- Oversee annual refresh of data from external teams, such as annual exchange rates from finance and global sizing data to inform smarter buys.
About You
- Comfortable navigating a moving landscape.
- Focus on scalable solutions
- Collaborative mindset
- And undeterred by complexity
- Partner with overseas teams across different time zones to enhance clarity and ensure execution
- A positive, helpful demeanor, and a passion and interest in LS&Co
- Bachelor's degree in related discipline (5+ years combined college education and work experience may be substituted for a degree)
- Minimum 5 years of experience working at an apparel manufacturer, retailer or marketer with demonstrated experience navigating operational complexity, and direct operational and global logistics experience
- Have global experience.
- Comfortable with back-end product & logistics management
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 our needs.
The expected starting salary range for this role is $108,000- $144,000 per year. We may pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and 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 .
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-Hybrid
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
LOCATIONSan Francisco, CA, USA
FULL TIME/PART TIMEFull time
FILL DATEThis position is expected to be filled by 10/11/2025.
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Overseas, 3 days per week,