What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Global Inventory Management position at Levi Strauss & Co.?

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.

The Director of Inventory Management is responsible for leading the strategic planning and execution of inventory management processes across the company. This role involves optimizing inventory levels, ensuring product availability, and minimizing costs while maintaining high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. This role will collaborate cluster inventory management team and with various other functions including finance, merchandising, logistics and supply to ensure development of to ensure fulfillment of LS&Co account demand. The Global Inventory Management Director conducts financial analysis to determine optimum profitability strategies for the inventory flow. These flow strategies are for both replenishment product and seasonal goods.

This role will report to the SVP, Global MPIM.

Key Results :

10 years of Inventory Management and / or Planning experience
Global Inventory Management Performance : turn, inventory $, free cash flow, and unit positions against plan
Supply Chain Performance : On-time delivery, air freight budgets, inbound prioritization, on-time PO issuance
Delivering project plans related to Inventory management capability upgrades and initiatives that are driving inventory efficiency & cash flow benefits.

About the Job

Develop and implement comprehensive inventory management strategies tailored to the market demand and aligning with financial objectives of the company (Weeks forward coverage, agility programs, core vs seasonal approaches)

Lead and oversee the inventory management team, ensuring efficient and accurate inventory operations.

Optimize inventory levels to balance product availability with cost efficiency, considering seasonal trends and fashion cycles.

Collaborate with design and supply chain teams to forecast demand and plan inventory needs for key programs.

Implement new inventory capabilities, systems and technology transformation within Inventory management scope to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Ensure visibility of total inventory globally including warehousing and retails and ability to analyze performance & benchmark as needed.

Analyze inventory performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations. Visibility to turn, inventory $, free cash flow, and unit positions against plan

Manage relationships with supply and logistics partners to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of orders. Visibility to supply chain performance : On-time delivery, air freight budgets, inbound prioritization, on-time PO issuance

Develop and manage the inventory management budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals. Be an active member of the Global S&OP process focusing on inventory improvements.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability within the inventory management team.

Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in inventory management and apparel.

Lead, coach and develop team members to ensure performance objectives are achieved and ongoing career development occurs.

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 $170,000- $225,000 per yearWe 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-Hybrid

EOE M / F / Disability / Vets

LOCATION

San Francisco, CA, USA

FULL TIME / PART TIME

Full time Current LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.

Salary : $170,000 - $225,000

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