THE ROLE:

Senior Manager, Sourcing - Soft Home (CN/SEA)

We are seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager specializing in Bedding to lead our sourcing efforts across China and Southeast Asia (SEA). In this role, you'll play a key part in building and managing supplier relationships to ensure our bedding products (such as premium down and premium down alt comforters, pillows, mattress pads and covers, etc.) meet Quince's high standards for quality, sustainability, and cost-efficiency. If you're passionate about ethical sourcing, vendor development, and optimizing supply chains in a fast-paced DTC environment, this is your opportunity to contribute to a brand that's redefining affordable luxury.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Bedding products, focusing on CN markets to identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors while maintaining relationships with existing partners.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings without compromising on quality, sustainability, or ethical standards.
• Collaborate with design, product development, and operations teams to manage product programs, from fabric/yarn selection to final production, ensuring timelines and specifications are met.
• Conduct market research on trends in Utility Bedding, materials (e.g., organic cotton, goose, feather, specialties), and sustainable practices to inform sourcing decisions.
• Oversee quality control processes, including factory audits, compliance checks for environmental and labor standards, and risk management in the supply chain.
• Monitor production output, resolve issues related to procurement, and optimize inventory to minimize waste and support our direct-shipping model.
• Travel to supplier sites in CN as needed to build strong partnerships and ensure alignment with Quince's values of transparency and responsibility.
• Analyze supplier performance metrics and provide reports to senior leadership on cost efficiencies, sustainability impacts, and opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 7-15 years of experience in sourcing or procurement, with a strong focus on Utility Bedding products (e.g.premium down and premium down alt comforters, pillows, mattress pads and covers, etc) in the home goods industry.
• Proven track record in vendor development, negotiation, and managing international supply chains, particularly in CN regions.
• Deep knowledge of textile materials, manufacturing processes, and sustainability practices
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Textile Engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced certifications (e.g., in sustainable sourcing) are a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration and building global relationships.
• Strong analytical abilities, with proficiency in tools like Excel, ERP systems, or supply chain software.
• Ability to travel internationally (up to 30%) and adapt to a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Passion for Quince's mission: making high-quality, sustainable products accessible and affordable.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with DTC brands or fast-fashion alternatives emphasizing ethical production.
• Familiarity with global compliance standards (e.g., GOTS, OEKO-TEX) and risk mitigation in volatile markets.

THE ROLE

Sourcing Manager - Men's Bottoms (Denim or Non-Denim) (SEA)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scout for vendor partners in China/Hong Kong or SEA who can manufacture high-quality Men's Bottoms products with fast production lead time
• Pitching and on-boarding vendor partners in speed. This should be done with clear criteria around the initial test period and ensuring their ability to scale if the test period is successful.
• Drive excellence in partner operations for existing supplier relationships within current Quince categories, while expanding the supply base and improving Quince's product costs, quality, and commercial terms for sustainable sales and profitability
• Material Sourcing: Resources in speed for any materials that can effectively improve product cost, quality, and speed as options for scaling orders. Have experience negotiating with suppliers throughout the supply chain from T1 to T2 mill/vendor partners.
• Open costing expertise: Have solid open costing breakdown experience from the brand or manufacturer side to build a clear strategy for costing negotiations; be able to construct a validated cost structure/template to negotiate with vendor partners without relying on vendor data only.
• Act as an Ambassador to our partners in all interactions, building and deepening our relationships Continuous improvement
• Drive for higher hit-rate launches (reviews, returns, sales) through product excellence and drive for faster development times by identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions
• Have a clear strategic, commercial understanding of the sourcing landscape and trade benefits that can improve product costs and speed of product to market destined for the USA, Canada, and Europe as an asset. 
• Lead at 30,000 ft and 3,000 ft involving a diverse set of stakeholders from different functions and nationalities. Be willing to be scrappy at times to improve on existing ways of working and redefine new processes and SOPs for faster speed and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 10 years or more of sourcing and merchandising experience in men's bottoms categories with high-end national brands in the United States & Europe, specifically in men's bottoms. 
• Consumer-focused and ambitious individual providing strategic leadership and act as a role model in business with self-assurance, pride, and passion that exudes personal and professional impact
• Self-Motivated: Proven ability as a self-starter and quick independent learner adapting swiftly to new challenges
• Detail Oriented: Exceptional attention to details with a data-driven approach to decision-making and problem-solving.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset with a focus on execution, process improvement, and brand enhancement.
• Curiosity: Continuous learner with a proactive attitude, open to new perspectives and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Supply Chain or Operations Background: Good track record in supply chain management or operations contributing to a well-rounded understanding of the retail landscape.
• Collaborative Nature: Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams, and skilled in written and verbal communication and presentation.
• Resilient under pressure and relentless in the drive to create broader impact by being bold and challenging the status quo.

THE ROLE

Sourcing Manager - Women's Woven Tops (SEA)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scout for vendor partners in SEA who can manufacture high quality Women's Woven products with fast production lead time
• Pitching and on-boarding vendor partners in speed. This should be done with clear criteria around the initial test period and ensuring their ability to scale, if the test period is successful.
• Drive excellence in partner operations for existing supplier relationships within current Quince categories, while expanding the supply base and improving Quince's product costs, quality, and commercial terms for sustainable sales and profitability
• Material Sourcing: Resource in speed any materials that can effectively improve product cost, quality and speed as options for scaling order. Have experience negotiating with suppliers throughout the supply chain from T1 to T2 mill/ vendor partners.
• Open costing expertise: Have solid open costing breakdown experience from brand or manufacturer side to build a clear strategy for costing negotiations; able to construct a validated cost structure/ template to negotiate with vendor partners without relying on vendor data only.
• Act as an Ambassador to our partners in all interactions, building and deepening our relationships Continuous improvement
• Drive for higher hit-rate launches (reviews, returns, sales) through product excellence and drive for faster development times by identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions
• Have a clear strategic, commercial understanding of the sourcing landscape and trade benefits that can improve product costs and speed of product to market destined for the USA, Canada, and Europe as an asset. 
• Lead at 30,000 ft and 3000 ft involving a diverse set of stakeholders from different functions and nationalities.  Be willing to be scrappy at times to improve on existing ways of working and redefining new processes and SOP for faster speed and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 10 year + sourcing and merchandising experience in Women’s apparel categories with high-end national brands in the United States & Europe specifically in Women's Woven Tops. . 
• Consumer focused and ambitious individual providing strategic leadership and act as a role model in business with self assurance, pride, and passion that exudes personal and professional impact
• Self-Motivated: Proven ability as a self starter and quick independent learner adapting swiftly to new challenges
• Detail Oriented: Exceptional attention to details with a data driven approach to decision making and problem-solving.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset with a focus on execution, process improvement, and brand enhancement.
• Curiosity: Continuous learner with a proactive attitude, open to new perspectives and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Supply Chain or Operations Background: Good track record in supply chain management or operations contributing to a well-rounded understanding of the retail landscape.
• Collaborative Nature: Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams, skilled in written and verbal communication and presentation.
• Resilient under pressure and relentless in the drive to create broader impact by being bold and challenging the status quo.

THE ROLE:
Manager, Sourcing - Men's Sweaters (SEA) 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Business need analytics & supplier identification: finds, vets, pitches, signs and onboards vendors, to secure the best quality, cost, speed, reliability and scalability
• Pitching and on-boarding vendor partners in speed. This should be done with clear criteria around the initial test period and ensuring their ability to scale, if the test period is successful.
• Supplier relationship management: sets up the vendor for success thru vendor onboarding trainings, performance management thru WBR and MBR, etc
• Drive excellence in partner operations for existing supplier relationships within current Quince categories, while expanding the supply base and improving Quince's product costs, quality, and commercial terms.
• Pricing and cost optimization: collaboratively works with merchants, procurement and vendor partners on achieving margin target
• Build for speed, scalability and flexibility: works with vendors and Quince functional teams to build speed (fast Replenishment) and scalability, thru material staging and capacity management, educating vendors to build muscles for analysing sales data, using planning and sales data to deliver optimum replenishment
• Compliance and responsible sourcing: ensures factories meet legal, ethical, and sustainability standards, including fair labour practices and certifications
• Risk management and contingency planning: counter sourcing, establish backup vendors or alternative sourcing strategies
• Act as an Ambassador to our partners in all interactions, building and deepening our relationships for continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 10 year + sourcing and merchandising experience in men sweater categories 
• Self-Motivated: Proven ability as a self starter and quick independent learner adapting swiftly to new challenges
• Detail Oriented: Exceptional attention to details with a data driven approach to decision making and problem-solving.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset with a focus on execution, process improvement, and brand enhancement.
• Curiosity: Continuous learner with a proactive attitude, open to new perspectives and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Supply Chain or Operations Background: Good track record in supply chain management or operations contributing to a well-rounded understanding of the retail landscape.
• Collaborative Nature: Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams, skilled in written and verbal communication and presentation.

THE ROLE

Costing Manager - Furniture

We are seeking a Costing Manager - Furniture to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

Cost & Quotation Analysis:

• Conduct detailed cost breakdowns and "should cost" modeling for all primary furniture materials (e.g., raw steel, engineered wood products, various plastics, textiles, foams, and packaging materials).
• Monitor global commodity markets (metals, lumber, petrochemicals, cotton) and economic indicators to anticipate cost fluctuations and proactively inform sourcing strategies.
• Analyze supplier quotes, identify cost drivers, and challenge pricing to ensure competitiveness and alignment with target costs.
• Establish and track key material cost performance indicators (KPIs).

Strategic Cost Saving:

• Proactively identify, develop, and implement material cost reduction projects (e.g., VAVE - Value Analysis/Value Engineering) without compromising quality or performance.
• Work closely with Engineering/R&D teams to evaluate alternative materials and designs that offer cost advantages.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute material productivity and savings initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Cost Analysis, Materials Management or Procurement, specifically within the Furniture industry.
• Strong professional network and/or knowledge of major players in the raw material market.
• Expertise in analyzing and mitigating price volatility in the market and managing commodity risk.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships across multiple geographies.
• Demonstrated success in achieving cost reduction and process optimization goals.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including product development and sourcing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

THE ROLE

Costing Manager - Furniture

We are seeking a Costing Manager - Furniture to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

Cost & Quotation Analysis:

• Conduct detailed cost breakdowns and "should cost" modeling for all primary furniture materials (e.g., raw steel, engineered wood products, various plastics, textiles, foams, and packaging materials).
• Monitor global commodity markets (metals, lumber, petrochemicals, cotton) and economic indicators to anticipate cost fluctuations and proactively inform sourcing strategies.
• Analyze supplier quotes, identify cost drivers, and challenge pricing to ensure competitiveness and alignment with target costs.
• Establish and track key material cost performance indicators (KPIs).

Strategic Cost Saving:

• Proactively identify, develop, and implement material cost reduction projects (e.g., VAVE - Value Analysis/Value Engineering) without compromising quality or performance.
• Work closely with Engineering/R&D teams to evaluate alternative materials and designs that offer cost advantages.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute material productivity and savings initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Cost Analysis, Materials Management or Procurement, specifically within the Furniture industry.
• Strong professional network and/or knowledge of major players in the raw material market.
• Expertise in analyzing and mitigating price volatility in the market and managing commodity risk.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships across multiple geographies.
• Demonstrated success in achieving cost reduction and process optimization goals.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including product development and sourcing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

THE ROLE

Sourcing Manager - Men's Outerwear (SEA)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scout for vendor partners in China/Hong Kong or SEA who can manufacture high quality Men's Outerwear products with fast production lead time
• Pitching and on-boarding vendor partners in speed. This should be done with clear criteria around the initial test period and ensuring their ability to scale, if the test period is successful.
• Drive excellence in partner operations for existing supplier relationships within current Quince categories, while expanding a redundant supplier base  improving Quince's product costs, quality, and commercial terms for sustainable sales and profitability
• Manage capacity at a supplier and style level to keep pace with company growth and scale
• Material Sourcing: Resource in speed any materials that can effectively improve product cost, quality and speed as options for scaling order. Have experience negotiating with suppliers throughout the supply chain from T1 to T2 & T3 (as needed)  mill/ vendor partners.
• Open costing expertise: Have solid open costing breakdown experience from brand or manufacturer side to build a clear strategy for costing negotiations; able to construct a validated cost structure/ template to negotiate with vendor partners without relying on vendor data only.
• Act as an Ambassador to our partners in all interactions, building and deepening our relationships Continuous improvement
• Drive for higher hit-rate launches (reviews, returns, sales) through product excellence and drive for faster development times by identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions
• Have a clear strategic, commercial understanding of the sourcing landscape and trade benefits that can improve product costs and speed of product to market destined for the USA, Canada, and Europe as an asset. 
• Lead at 30,000 ft and 3000 ft involving a diverse set of stakeholders from different functions and nationalities.  Be willing to be scrappy at times to improve on existing ways of working and redefining new processes and SOP for faster speed and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 10 year + sourcing and merchandising experience in Men’s apparel categories with high-end national brands in the United States & Europe specifically in Men's Outerwear. 
• Consumer focused and ambitious individual providing strategic leadership and act as a role model in business with self assurance, pride, and passion that exudes personal and professional impact
• Self-Motivated: Proven ability as a self starter and quick independent learner adapting swiftly to new challenges
• Detail Oriented: Exceptional attention to details with a data driven approach to decision making and problem-solving.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset with a focus on execution, process improvement, and brand enhancement.
• Curiosity: Continuous learner with a proactive attitude, open to new perspectives and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Supply Chain or Operations Background: Good track record in supply chain management or operations contributing to a well-rounded understanding of the retail landscape.
• Collaborative Nature: Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams, skilled in written and verbal communication and presentation.
• Resilient under pressure and relentless in the drive to create broader impact by being bold and challenging the status quo.

THE ROLE

Sourcing Manager - Men's Knit Tops (SEA)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scout for vendor partners in China/Hong Kong or SEA who can manufacture high quality Men's Knit products with fast production lead time
• Pitching and on-boarding vendor partners in speed. This should be done with clear criteria around the initial test period and ensuring their ability to scale, if the test period is successful.
• Drive excellence in partner operations for existing supplier relationships within current Quince categories, while expanding the supply base and improving Quince's product costs, quality, and commercial terms for sustainable sales and profitability
• Material Sourcing: Resource in speed any materials that can effectively improve product cost, quality and speed as options for scaling order. Have experience negotiating with suppliers throughout the supply chain from T1 to T2 & T3 (as needed)  mill/ vendor partners.
• Open costing expertise: Have solid open costing breakdown experience from brand or manufacturer side to build a clear strategy for costing negotiations; able to construct a validated cost structure/ template to negotiate with vendor partners without relying on vendor data only.
• Act as an Ambassador to our partners in all interactions, building and deepening our relationships Continuous improvement
• Drive for higher hit-rate launches (reviews, returns, sales) through product excellence and drive for faster development times by identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions
• Have a clear strategic, commercial understanding of the sourcing landscape and trade benefits that can improve product costs and speed of product to market destined for the USA, Canada, and Europe as an asset. 
• Lead at 30,000 ft and 3000 ft involving a diverse set of stakeholders from different functions and nationalities.  Be willing to be scrappy at times to improve on existing ways of working and redefining new processes and SOP for faster speed and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 10 year + sourcing and merchandising experience in Men’s apparel categories with high-end national brands in the United States & Europe specifically in Men's Knit Tops.
• Consumer focused and ambitious individual providing strategic leadership and act as a role model in business with self assurance, pride, and passion that exudes personal and professional impact
• Self-Motivated: Proven ability as a self starter and quick independent learner adapting swiftly to new challenges
• Detail Oriented: Exceptional attention to details with a data driven approach to decision making and problem-solving.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset with a focus on execution, process improvement, and brand enhancement.
• Curiosity: Continuous learner with a proactive attitude, open to new perspectives and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Supply Chain or Operations Background: Good track record in supply chain management or operations contributing to a well-rounded understanding of the retail landscape.
• Collaborative Nature: Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams, skilled in written and verbal communication and presentation.
• Resilient under pressure and relentless in the drive to create broader impact by being bold and challenging the status quo.

THE ROLE

Sourcing Manager - Men's Outerwear (SEA)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scout for vendor partners in China/Hong Kong or SEA who can manufacture high quality Men's Outerwear products with fast production lead time
• Pitching and on-boarding vendor partners in speed. This should be done with clear criteria around the initial test period and ensuring their ability to scale, if the test period is successful.
• Drive excellence in partner operations for existing supplier relationships within current Quince categories, while expanding a redundant supplier base  improving Quince's product costs, quality, and commercial terms for sustainable sales and profitability
• Manage capacity at a supplier and style level to keep pace with company growth and scale
• Material Sourcing: Resource in speed any materials that can effectively improve product cost, quality and speed as options for scaling order. Have experience negotiating with suppliers throughout the supply chain from T1 to T2 & T3 (as needed)  mill/ vendor partners.
• Open costing expertise: Have solid open costing breakdown experience from brand or manufacturer side to build a clear strategy for costing negotiations; able to construct a validated cost structure/ template to negotiate with vendor partners without relying on vendor data only.
• Act as an Ambassador to our partners in all interactions, building and deepening our relationships Continuous improvement
• Drive for higher hit-rate launches (reviews, returns, sales) through product excellence and drive for faster development times by identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions
• Have a clear strategic, commercial understanding of the sourcing landscape and trade benefits that can improve product costs and speed of product to market destined for the USA, Canada, and Europe as an asset. 
• Lead at 30,000 ft and 3000 ft involving a diverse set of stakeholders from different functions and nationalities.  Be willing to be scrappy at times to improve on existing ways of working and redefining new processes and SOP for faster speed and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 10 year + sourcing and merchandising experience in Men’s apparel categories with high-end national brands in the United States & Europe specifically in Men's Outerwear. 
• Consumer focused and ambitious individual providing strategic leadership and act as a role model in business with self assurance, pride, and passion that exudes personal and professional impact
• Self-Motivated: Proven ability as a self starter and quick independent learner adapting swiftly to new challenges
• Detail Oriented: Exceptional attention to details with a data driven approach to decision making and problem-solving.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset with a focus on execution, process improvement, and brand enhancement.
• Curiosity: Continuous learner with a proactive attitude, open to new perspectives and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Supply Chain or Operations Background: Good track record in supply chain management or operations contributing to a well-rounded understanding of the retail landscape.
• Collaborative Nature: Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams, skilled in written and verbal communication and presentation.
• Resilient under pressure and relentless in the drive to create broader impact by being bold and challenging the status quo.