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ABOUT QUINCE

Founded in 2018, Quince was conceived to challenge the notion that quality items should come with a hefty price tag. Our core mission is to deliver premium, sustainably-made essentials at affordable prices, ensuring that everyone has access to high-quality, timeless designs. We believe that exceptional craftsmanship and elegance should be accessible to all, without the traditional price hikes. Quince operates as a direct-to-consumer business, eliminating middlemen and leveraging just-in-time manufacturing to reduce waste and enhance value.

Quince is a tech-driven company revolutionizing retail by integrating artificial intelligence, analytics, and automation into every aspect of our operations. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and core values shapes our team and actions: - Customer Focus: We prioritize customer satisfaction in all our decisions. - Superior Quality: True quality is reflected in premium materials and rigorous production standards. - Functional Design: We emphasize timeless, practical essentials over fleeting trends. - Innovative Pricing: We ensure competitive value for both customers and partners through innovation and transparency. - Sustainable Ethics: We are dedicated to sustainable materials, ethical production, and fair wages.

Quince collaborates with global manufacturers and serves a vast customer base. With robust investor support and a focus on sustainable growth, we are rapidly expanding while maintaining our commitment to quality, simplicity, and open pricing.

OUR TEAM AND MISSION

Join a high-achieving team at Quince, where we are redefining retail by merging quality, value, and sustainability. We are a hub for builders, innovators, and operators who are committed to challenging the status quo. Our shared vision is bold. We are pioneering a new category and customer experience that democratizes luxury and offers high-quality products at remarkably low prices. This mission calls for a world-class team dedicated to excellence.

If you are driven by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince.

Sourcing Manager - Soft Home (EU) Location: Flexible within EU

OUR JOURNEY

Quince was launched to combat the idea that premium items must be expensive. Our mission is straightforward: to create products that match or surpass those of leading luxury brands, offering them at significantly lower prices. We believe everyone should have access to high-quality essentials, such as crewneck sweaters and hotel-quality sheets, without paying luxury premiums.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a strategic and innovative Sourcing Manager to establish and lead our soft home sourcing operations in Europe. As the first hire in this region, you will be responsible for identifying and onboarding new vendor partners from the ground up. The role will focus mainly on cotton bedding, kids' bedding, and window coverings, with potential for expansion into other home textile categories such as towels, table linens, and kitchen textiles.

This is a unique opportunity to build a sourcing function from scratch in a high-impact category. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of home textile manufacturing, strong vendor networks, and the operational expertise to scale new supply chains that meet cost, quality, and lead time requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Vendor Development & Management - Identify, vet, and onboard high-quality, compliant vendor partners across Europe. - Set up supplier scorecards and key performance indicators to enhance partner performance. - Negotiate commercial terms, including minimum order quantities, pricing, capacity planning, and lead times. - Establish and maintain strong relationships with factory owners and production leaders. - Act as Quince's local ambassador, representing our brand and values to partners. - Sourcing Strategy & Expansion - Develop and implement a long-term vendor and material sourcing strategy for the EU region. - Identify gaps and opportunities in product categories and regional capabilities. - Support broader soft home sourcing initiatives across table linens, towels, and kitchen textiles as needed. - Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with headquarters teams in planning, design, production, quality assurance, and merchandising to ensure smooth communication and execution. - Provide clear and timely reports on project status, risks, and vendor performance.

REQUIREMENTS

- 10+ years of experience in sourcing, product development, or supply chain roles within home textiles (bedding, drapery, towels, etc.). - In-depth understanding of textile, weaving/finishing processes, costing, testing, and home goods manufacturing workflows. - Extensive network of EU-based soft home vendors. - Proven track record of managing product development timelines, cost negotiations, and factory onboarding. - Fluency in English. - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Textiles, or a related field.

WHY JOIN QUINCE?

Being part of Quince means working alongside a mission-driven team that is revolutionizing retail. You will collaborate with talented colleagues, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to building a more sustainable and accessible future for customers and partners alike.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & HIRING INTEGRITY

Quince provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Quince is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or to perform the essential functions of a role at Quince, please inform us by completing this accommodation form. We will review each request individually and work with you to determine appropriate accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Quince conducts background checks in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

SECURITY ADVISORY: BEWARE OF FRAUDS

At Quince, we are committed to recruiting top talent who share our commitment to innovation. To protect candidates, Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official Quince email addresses and LinkedIn; be cautious of any deviations. No personal data or sensitive information will be solicited during the application phase. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through approved platforms such as Google Meets or Zoom; never via messaging apps or other calling services. Offers are merit-based, communicated verbally, and followed up in writing. If personal information is requested to initiate the hiring process, rest assured it will be through secure and protected means.