Levi Strauss & Co.
Senior Manager, Wholesale Strategy
Levi Strauss & Co., San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Senior Manager, Wholesale Strategy
Levi Strauss & Co.
Reporting to the VP of Sales, the Senior Manager, Wholesale Strategy is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and managing the wholesale strategy for the US/Canada market. This role plays a key role in defining and executing initiatives to optimize the wholesale portfolio for denim brands. The Manager works closely with sales leadership to identify growth risks and opportunities, presents to cluster leadership, and ensures key wholesale initiatives are executed within budget and on time.
About The Job
Define channel and account level strategies to improve growth and market share in collaboration with VPs of Sales and the Leadership Team.
Lead wholesale business planning and partner with Finance and the US–Canada Leadership Team on annual goals and priorities.
Gather and analyze market, consumer, and competitor insights to inform actionable strategies.
Support account top‑to‑top (T2T) meetings with thought partnership and synthesized content from multiple stakeholders to deliver rich output.
Drive structured and consistent ways of working across sales teams, including T2T prep/content and account strategic action plans.
Work collaboratively with Levi Strauss Signature leaders to define the role of Signature in LS & Co.’s portfolio, addressable market, and channel strategies.
Serve as Voice of Wholesale while partnering closely with core commercial strategists and drive cluster‑wide strategies as directed by the commercial strategy lead.
Influence stakeholders to achieve project goals and results.
Leverage AI to identify business opportunities and drive process improvements.
About You
8+ years of relevant experience, ideally in retail, consumer, or sales operations strategy.
3+ years in consulting, investment banking, or a strategic/analytical role.
Influential relationships with senior leaders, ability to make informed decisions, and communicate insights and recommendations.
Experience with analysis, problem‑solving, and project management; prior external or client‑facing roles a plus.
Collaborative, customer‑focused, and adaptable to new tools and systems.
Manage confidential information securely.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, and familiarity with AI tools.
Familiar with key internal functions: Sales, Merch, Ecom, Operations, Planning, and Finance.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field and/or MBA preferred.
This is a hybrid work schedule based in our San Francisco, CA headquarters. You will be expected in office 3 days per week, typically Tuesday‑Thursday, though office time may vary with business needs.
The expected starting salary range for this role is $132,900 – $194,900 per year. The amount an employee will earn within this range is based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance, and business needs.
Levi Strauss & 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 support you and your family. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending on the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be provided upon request.
Levi Strauss & Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
Employment Terms
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Job Type: Full time
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Job Function: Sales and Business Development
Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion, Design Services, and Retail
Filling date: 02/18/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
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Reporting to the VP of Sales, the Senior Manager, Wholesale Strategy is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and managing the wholesale strategy for the US/Canada market. This role plays a key role in defining and executing initiatives to optimize the wholesale portfolio for denim brands. The Manager works closely with sales leadership to identify growth risks and opportunities, presents to cluster leadership, and ensures key wholesale initiatives are executed within budget and on time.
About The Job
Define channel and account level strategies to improve growth and market share in collaboration with VPs of Sales and the Leadership Team.
Lead wholesale business planning and partner with Finance and the US–Canada Leadership Team on annual goals and priorities.
Gather and analyze market, consumer, and competitor insights to inform actionable strategies.
Support account top‑to‑top (T2T) meetings with thought partnership and synthesized content from multiple stakeholders to deliver rich output.
Drive structured and consistent ways of working across sales teams, including T2T prep/content and account strategic action plans.
Work collaboratively with Levi Strauss Signature leaders to define the role of Signature in LS & Co.’s portfolio, addressable market, and channel strategies.
Serve as Voice of Wholesale while partnering closely with core commercial strategists and drive cluster‑wide strategies as directed by the commercial strategy lead.
Influence stakeholders to achieve project goals and results.
Leverage AI to identify business opportunities and drive process improvements.
About You
8+ years of relevant experience, ideally in retail, consumer, or sales operations strategy.
3+ years in consulting, investment banking, or a strategic/analytical role.
Influential relationships with senior leaders, ability to make informed decisions, and communicate insights and recommendations.
Experience with analysis, problem‑solving, and project management; prior external or client‑facing roles a plus.
Collaborative, customer‑focused, and adaptable to new tools and systems.
Manage confidential information securely.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, and familiarity with AI tools.
Familiar with key internal functions: Sales, Merch, Ecom, Operations, Planning, and Finance.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field and/or MBA preferred.
This is a hybrid work schedule based in our San Francisco, CA headquarters. You will be expected in office 3 days per week, typically Tuesday‑Thursday, though office time may vary with business needs.
The expected starting salary range for this role is $132,900 – $194,900 per year. The amount an employee will earn within this range is based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance, and business needs.
Levi Strauss & 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 support you and your family. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending on the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be provided upon request.
Levi Strauss & Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
Employment Terms
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Job Type: Full time
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Job Function: Sales and Business Development
Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion, Design Services, and Retail
Filling date: 02/18/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
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