Levi Strauss & Company:
Senior Designer, Dockers Men's Bottoms Job in San Francisco, VT

JOB DESCRIPTION We believe that clothes — and how you make them — can make a difference. Since 1853, we’ve been passionate about innovation to meet people’s needs. We invented the first blue jean. And we reinvented khaki pants. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines for our manufacturing partners. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. A company doesn’t last 160 years by standing still. It endures by reinventing itself, striving to delight its consumers, winning in the marketplace, and by remaining true to its values. We employ more than 17,000 people around the world – supporting great brands, including Levi’s®, Dockers® and Denizen®. Our employees are committed to progress, authenticity and collaboration. About the Job We're looking for a Senior Designer who will bring innovation and creativity to our Dockers® Design team, focusing on the men's bottoms category. We are looking for someone who has the desire to bring our product to the future while maintaining the integrity of our brand’s past. You will report to the Design Director- Bottoms. • Help develop seasonal design platforms and concepts • Identify consumer product opportunities through market and trend research • Initiate material, fabric, silhouette, and trim developments • Partner with CAD team to develop yarn dye and printed patterns and solid colors • Drive design while adhering to seasonal go-to-market calendar timelines, merchant assortment plans and sourcing location requirements • Partner with fit developer to develop fit blocks as well as participate in fit reviews • Sustain partnerships with Merchandising and Product Development to ensure products are engineered to profit and quality/aesthetic goals • Manages multiple lower level designers • Travel seasonally for trend and concept • Travel seasonally to work with Product Development and Factory partner teams on initial product designs About You• Expert knowledge of apparel history, construction and a strong aesthetic point of view with the ability to filter through a brand lens • Bachelor’s degree in Design, however a combination of college education and related work experience may be used as a substitute • Minimum 7 years of experience as a designer responsible and accountable for all facets of design and development. • Expertise in creating commercially viable and profitable product designs • Working knowledge of construction, textiles, hardware and processes • Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, MS Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience with Clo 3D simulation a plus • Interpersonal and organizational skills • An energetic, positive, helpful demeanor and a passion and interest in LS&Co. 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: • 401K match: $1.25 for every $1.00 you contribute up to the first 6% of pay you save. • Five hours of paid volunteer time per month with nonprofit organizations • Product discount of 40% off regular-price merchandise Levi Strauss & Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. Minorities, females, people with disabilities and veterans are highly encouraged to apply. LOCATION1155 Battery St. San Francisco, CA, 94111FULL TIME/PART TIMEFull time