Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We're a company of people who forge their own path and leave the world better than we found it. We believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future.About the roleAs Retail Outlet Merchandising Lead, you’ll shape and execute the merchandising strategy for our Factory Outlet (FO) business across Europe and manage the product selection for North Africa. You'll combine deep product knowledge, a strong commercial mindset, and a data-driven approach to curate compelling assortments that drive profitability, brand heat, and consumer engagement.Partnering closely with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, planning, marketing, retail operations, asset recovery, and visual merchandising — you’ll ensure the outlet channel reflects the Levi’s® brand promise while meeting the needs of value-conscious consumers. Reporting to the VP Merchandising Europe, you’ll play a critical role in executing our Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) and "Execute with Impact" strategies, balancing seasonal newness with commercial relevance, while closely monitoring performance and adapting as needed.What you’ll be doingLead assortment and seasonal product strategies for Factory Outlet Europe and North Africa, with a focus on profitable growth and strong brand storytellingDefine key item and monthly product strategies that balance core and newness, aligned with seasonal Big Ideas and SBP (Strategic Business Plan) prioritiesBuild assortments by store type and grading, ensuring alignment with product strategy and pricing across channelsCollaborate on pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness and profitability, ensuring clear market positioning versus mainline storesBe the voice of the consumer - using data, trends, KPIs, and store feedback to inform product selections and identify market opportunitiesOwn FO product briefs and initiate local development when neededMonitor performance weekly (sell-out, ROS, sell-through) and drive in-season actions in partnership with the trading teamSupport inventory optimisation and left-to-sell reduction efforts without compromising brand equityPartner with cross-functional teams (planning, marketing, VM/BX) to bring assortments to life in-storeExecute go-to-market strategies in alignment with global guidelinesMaintain range plans, line plans, directive assortments, PLM data and tools with merchandising opsPresent product strategy in internal meetings with confidence, passion, and consistencyStay ahead of outlet market trends, consumer behaviour, and competitor activity to maintain a competitive edgeOnboard and mentor junior team members, fostering a high-performing, collaborative cultureRegularly visit FO stores (min. once per month) to strengthen market, consumer, and competitor insightBe a strong thought partner to peers, sharing best practices and adapting strategies based on retail KPIs and field feedbackAbout youEducation & experienceBachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Fashion Design or a related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of experience in apparel merchandising, ideally in outlet or off-price retail environments.Strong commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive sales, manage inventory, and deliver profitabilityDeep knowledge of FO specific dynamics, consumer behaviour, and competitive outlet environmentsSkills & qualitiesHighly analytical with experience in tools like Power BI and TableauFluent in English (spoken and written); other languages a plusStrong communication, presentation, and negotiation skillsAbility to manage cross-functional collaboration and lead without authorityStrategic and consumer-obsessed mindset with a love for product and innovationExperience with VM/BX execution, lifecycle planning, and assortment storytellingResilient and adaptable, able to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environmentsInclusive, collaborative, and team-focused leader who fosters growth in othersLocation & travelYou’ll be located at our new Brussels Head OfficeThis role requires approximately 20% travelLevi Strauss & 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-HybridLOCATION Ixelles, BelgiumFULL TIME/PART TIME Full time
