Merchandising Manager, Bags/SLG's

San Francisco, California, United States ABOUT QUINCE Founded in 2018, Quince was built to challenge the idea that nice things have to cost a lot. Our mission is simple: to make really high quality essentials for really low prices, produced fairly and sustainably. We believe everyone deserves exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design without the traditional markups. Quince is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model that cuts out middlemen and leverages just-in-time manufacturing to minimize waste and maximize value. Quince is a tech company disrupting the retail industry by putting AI, analytics and automation at the center of everything we do. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and company values guide our teams and actions: Customer First: We prioritize customer satisfaction in every decision. High Quality: True quality means premium materials and rigorous production standards you can feel good about. Essential Design: We focus on timeless, functional essentials instead of chasing trends. Always a Better Deal: Innovation and transparency ensure value for both customers and partners. Social & Environmental Responsibility: We commit to sustainable materials, ethical production, and fair wages. Quince partners with world-class manufacturers across the globe and serves millions of customers. With strong investor backing and a focus on sustainable growth, we are a company that is rapidly scaling while maintaining a commitment to quality, simplicity, and radical price transparency. OUR TEAM AND SUCCESS At Quince, you will be part of a high-performing team that is redefining what quality, value, and sustainability mean in modern retail. We are a destination for builders, innovators, and operators to come together and challenge the status quo. Our collective ambition is bold. We are creating an entirely new category and customer experience – one that democratizes luxury and provides high quality products at radically low prices. That mission demands a world-class team committed to excellence. If you are motivated by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince. THE ROLE Merchandising Manager, Bags/SLGs We’re looking for a Merchandising Manager, Bags/SLG to join our growing team. In this role, you will scale Quince’s Bags & SLGs category - owning the assortment, pricing, and profitability end to end. You’ll combine product intuition with data-driven decision-making to build a high-performing assortment that delights customers and accelerates Quince's growth. Success in this position means driving exceptional growth in the Bags & SLGs category by delivering an assortment that balances data-driven insights with great product instinct - meeting customer needs, achieving margin and revenue targets, and strengthening Quince’s reputation for luxury-quality goods at accessible prices.This role plays a critical part in advancing both our team’s goals and Quince’s broader mission. Responsibilities Own the Bags & SLGs assortment strategy, essuring the category delivers on Quince’s promise of exceptional quality at accessible prices. Curate and manage the product assortment to meet customer needs and achieve financial goals (revenue, margin, and inventory health). Leverage data and customer insights to build, optimize, and scale the assortment — analyzing performance, refining product mix, and making evidence-based decisions Partner closely with sourcing to identify and develop new products, with a focus on craftsmanship and material quality. Analyze sales, margin, and returns data to drive data-backed decisions that optimize assortment, pricing, and inventory. Collaborate with marketing, site, and creative teams for product launches/storytelling. Monitor industry trends and competition in handbags/SLGs space. Forecast demand and manage inventory for growth/profitability. Lead cross-functional collaboration as category expert/customer advocate. Improve processes/tools/systems for efficiency. Qualifications Required: 7–10 years retail merchandising experience in Handbags category with leather expertise; luxury experience preferred. E-commerce or DTC experience preferred. Proven career progression and growth in roles/responsibilities. Product obsessed; skilled in data tools and external sources. Ability to anticipate customer needs combining science and art of merchandising. highly organized, detail-oriented, analytical; focused on execution/problem-solving/process improvement/brand enhancement. Continuous learner; courious; adaptable in fast-paced collaborative environment. Excellent communication/presentation/interpersonal skills. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Compensation: pay range: $90K - $140K USD base salary (may vary by experience/location). Bonus and equity may be provided for eligible roles. Role based in San Francisco office. equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity and accommodations for disabilities. employment contingent on background check compliance.