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.

Summary of the role:

We are seeking an experienced retail store development leader to drive forecast planning, store rollout, and adherence to brand guidelines across new and renovated stores.

This role is vital for aligning partners and managing quality control, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful store openings that reflect our global retail format and brand values.

About the role:

- Lead store development planning in partnership with channel partners, developing forecasts and calendars aligned with affiliate and organizational goals.

- Coordinate rollout activities for new and renovated stores by aligning internal and external stakeholders.

- Manage budgets for store setup and ensure cost-effective sourcing through value engineering and supplier partnerships.

- Adapt global store concepts to local markets in consultation with regional leads, maintaining consistency with brand principles.

- Track and report KPIs such as forecast vs. actual, timelines, costs, and quality.

- Conduct quality audits and inspections, ensuring construction and VM teams meet brand standards.

- Evaluate supplier performance and maintain project reporting dashboards.

- Manage store construction, VM, and outsourced vendor teams, fostering strong collaboration and communication.

- Ensure adherence to brand’s guidelines and local affiliate procedures.

About you:

- Qualified Architect, Interior Designer, or Project Management diploma with 6+ years of experience in retail store design and development.

- Proficient in AutoCAD and knowledgeable in retail operations, store layout, space management, and profitability.

- Strong project, budget, and team management skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders.

- Passion for retail culture and brand-consistent creativity.

- Excellent communication skills, including training and presentation delivery.

- Adaptable, hands-on, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively.

- Experience in apparel retail industry is a plus.

- Comfortable with Microsoft PowerPoint and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits:

We put a lot of thought into our programs to provide you with a benefits package that matters.

Whether it is for medical care, taking time off, improving your health or planning for retirement, we've got you covered.

Here's a small snapshot:

- Complimentary preventive health check-up for you & your spouse

- OPD coverage

- Best in class leave plan including paternity & family care leaves

- Counselling sessions to prioritize mental well-being

- Exclusive discount vouchers on Levi’s products

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals with us, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, or genetic information.

We actively seek and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities, and offer accommodations throughout the selection process upon request.

To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status