Levi’s elevates Sanjeev Mohanty to head U.S., Canada operations

By

Maverick Martins

Published
Oct 26, 2021

​Levi Strauss & Co has elevated Sanjeev Mohanty, the current senior vice president and managing director of South Asia-Middle East and Africa to head the company’s operations in the U.S. and Canada.
 

With the elevation, Mohanty becomes the senior vice president and managing director for U.S. and Canada — the company’s largest market.
 
Commenting on the appointment, Seth Ellison, executive vice president and chief commercial officer of Levi Strauss & Co, in a statement said: “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 U.S. and Canada.”

Sanjeev Mohanty added: “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 U.S. and Canada team, and to embark on this next phase of my career with the company.”
 
Mohanty is a seasoned veteran and has worked with global brands including e-commerce conglomerate Global Fashion Group, fashion and lifestyle retailing company the Jay Gee Group, and the Benetton Group.