Manager, Product Developer – Tops
About The Position
We're looking for a Manager, Product Developer to lead end-to-end product development of our tops category from concept to production. You'll promote quality, cost, and sourcing strategies while partnering across design, supply chain, and merchandising. This is a hands-on role for a product expert ready to bring innovative, high-quality tops to market at an iconic brand. About the Job Manage the execution of all product development, costing, and sourcing activities, from proto samples to final manufacturing ready package in-line with supply chain strategies, cost, quality, and SCOC (Supplier Code of Conduct) requirements. Manage execution of all GTM Calendar development activities and drive accountabilities across all phases of development to ensure dates are met Manage execution of Protos/Samples/Pre-Production activities and monitor timely receipt to meet all deadlines Support execution of sourcing strategies across categories Lead seasonal costing activities; gather all prices and align to FOB target Partner with Supply Planning to ensure all Pre-Production activities are on track to meet the scheduled first cut dates at all production locations Help resolve quality issues About You Bachelor's Degree in textile industry or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience; multi-category experience preferred Knowledge of garment construction and a variety of fabrications in Knits, Sweaters, Woven and Outerwear. Strong product development background including product development, sourcing, and costing Lead end‑to‑end Tops product development with strong raw material and fabric expertise, driving cost, material risk, and executional readiness across seasons through close cross‑functional partnership. Strong systems background - deep knowledge of PLM systems and ability extract relevant data Expert/advanced knowledge and proficiency with MS Office applications including Word, Excel (can perform complex functions) and Outlook Uses AI tools to analyze product and cost data, quickly surface insights and risks, reduce manual work, and continuously improve PD workflows — while operating within LS&Co. AI, data, and security guidelines. Pattern making experience a plus Able to travel internationally up to 10% 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. Note, time in office can vary depending on business needs. The expected starting salary range for this role is $112,500 - $165,000 per year . We 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in textile industry or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience; multi-category experience preferred
- Knowledge of garment construction and a variety of fabrications in Knits, Sweaters, Woven and Outerwear.
- Strong product development background including product development, sourcing, and costing
- Lead end‑to‑end Tops product development with strong raw material and fabric expertise, driving cost, material risk, and executional readiness across seasons through close cross‑functional partnership.
- Strong systems background - deep knowledge of PLM systems and ability extract relevant data
- Expert/advanced knowledge and proficiency with MS Office applications including Word, Excel (can perform complex functions) and Outlook
- Uses AI tools to analyze product and cost data, quickly surface insights and risks, reduce manual work, and continuously improve PD workflows — while operating within LS&Co. AI, data, and security guidelines.
- Able to travel internationally up to 10%
Nice To Haves
- Pattern making experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Manage the execution of all product development, costing, and sourcing activities, from proto samples to final manufacturing ready package in-line with supply chain strategies, cost, quality, and SCOC (Supplier Code of Conduct) requirements.
- Manage execution of all GTM Calendar development activities and drive accountabilities across all phases of development to ensure dates are met
- Manage execution of Protos/Samples/Pre-Production activities and monitor timely receipt to meet all deadlines
- Support execution of sourcing strategies across categories
- Lead seasonal costing activities; gather all prices and align to FOB target
- Partner with Supply Planning to ensure all Pre-Production activities are on track to meet the scheduled first cut dates at all production locations
- Help resolve quality issues
Benefits
- incentive plans
- 401(k) matching
- paid leave
- health insurance
- product discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
