Head of Visual Merchandising, Europe

JOB DESCRIPTION

Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co. you can be yourself - and be part of something bigger. Were 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.

About The Job

Youll lead the visual direction of one of the worlds most iconic brands across Europe. You will bring Levis in-store experience to life through powerful storytelling innovative product presentation and best-in-class execution. As our Head of Visual Merchandising Europe youll shape the future of visual merchandising across all channels; Owned & Operated Franchise and Wholesale by driving strategy building capabilities and ensuring visual excellence at every consumer touchpoint.

This is a strategic and highly visible leadership role where youll collaborate closely with Global Regional and Local teams to deliver consistent elevated and commercially impactful visual merchandising that reinforces Levis position as a market leader.

What Youll Be Responsible For:

Strategic Leadership

• Define and lead the long-term visual merchandising strategy across Europe aligned with global brand objectives and tailored to local markets.

• Represent VM at senior leadership forums and cross-functional planning ensuring consumer commercial and brand goals align.

• Inspire and lead a team of Country VM Leads and cross-functional VM specialists to deliver innovative consumer-first solutions at scale.

Product & Styling Strategy

• Own the seasonal VM product strategy across Europe translating key looks commercial priorities and product stories into compelling in-store experiences.

• Influence global toolkit development and ensure European flagships reflect the pinnacle of Levis brand expression.

Training & Capability Building

• Build and scale a best-in-class VM training program that supports in-store VMRs field teams and our franchise/wholesale partners.

• Drive consistency elevate standards and measure impact through structured learning journeys hands-on coaching and innovative training content.

Execution & Consumer Experience

• Oversee flawless execution of monthly/seasonal updates including window rollouts zoning and styling ensuring a cohesive and impactful consumer journey.

• Lead by example in the field driving excellence through regular market visits and on-site coaching.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with Retail Merchandising Planning and Marketing teams to align VM with product and commercial strategies.

• Translate global direction into localised actionable guidance with clarity and consistency across all markets.

Budget & Operational Excellence

• Own the European VM budget and calendar ensuring efficient resource allocation and ROI measurement.

• Implement governance tools to ensure executional quality and drive continuous improvement.

Store Openings & Expansion

• Lead VM strategy for new stores and market entries collaborating with Store Planning & Construction to ensure a strong brand debut from day one.

About You

• 10 years in senior VM leadership roles ideally across multiple markets in lifestyle premium or fashion retail.

• Proven success in both strategic VM leadership and hands-on execution.

• Experience building scalable training programs and high-performing teams.

• Strong commercial acumen and a deep understanding of how VM drives KPIs and consumer behaviour.

• Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

• Confident communicator and cross-functional influencer in a matrixed environment.

What Youll Bring

• Vision creativity and the ability to connect brand storytelling with commercial goals.

• A strategic future-focused mindset with the ability to balance consistency and innovation.

• Passion for the consumer experience and an obsession with visual detail.

• The energy and leadership to inspire teams push boundaries and elevate execution across diverse markets.

Position Location:

This role can be based in our Brussels London or Paris office.

LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity welcome and value people from diverse cultures backgrounds and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.

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