Levi Strauss names Sanjeev Mohanty as new SVP, MD for US & Canada

Mohanty is a veteran retailer and apparel executive who has held roles with a number of global brands over the span of his career, including e-commerce conglomerate Global Fashion Group, fashion and lifestyle retailing company the Jay Gee Group and the Benetton Group.

“During his tenure with the company, Sanjeev has proven himself to be a dynamic and growth-minded leader. He has strengthened our business and our teams in South Asia, where some of our most important markets are located, to deliver industry-leading results. We know he will bring his entrepreneurial spirit, passion for our brands, dedication to developing talent, and track record of executing amazing consumer experiences to his new role leading the US and Canada,” Seth Ellison, executive vice president and chief commercial officer of Levi Strauss & Co, said in a statement.

“I feel deeply humbled and privileged to be given this opportunity to lead the largest market for the company. It will be an honour to work alongside a very talented US and Canada team, and to embark on this next phase of my career with the company,” said Sanjeev Mohanty.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (KD)