Sourcing Manager, Apparel

Location: Mexico, Mexico

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

Sourcing Manager, Apparel

We are seeking a self-starter, problem-solver successful in combining technology and data into best-in-class outcomes. The candidate is energized by solving complex business problems and consistently effective in making high-judgment decisions at rapid pace amidst the frequent ambiguity that comes with charting a course of action with no precedent. Moreover, the ideal candidate is energized by an environment where strategy, innovation and decision-making are intentionally distributed, where candor, speed and data are highly valued and colleagues at all levels hold each other to unusually high standards on behalf of Quince customers. The Sourcing Manager, Americas/Apparel will focus on sourcing opportunities in Mexico, Central America, and South America but is not limited to these regions. This role is critical to optimizing Quince’s supply chain by re-sourcing existing products with long lead times and high logistics costs, as well as identifying and launching new products from the Americas region to drive business growth. The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for scouting potential suppliers, pitching them on Quince’s business model, conducting cost analyses for key products, and onboarding suppliers into our fast-paced supply chain. Additionally they will ensure supplier continuity conduct periodic business reviews & drive operational efficiencies. This role is pivotal to Quince’s continued growth & success. Enabling Americas Sourcing to its full potential will drive faster lead times lower logistics costs & greater alignment with our Made-to-Consumer (MTC) model.

Responsibilities:

Develop & execute category supply chain strategy including multi-sourcing for Apparel (womens/mens/kids) segment across knits & wovens
Identify vet & onboard supplier partners coach them to operate within Quince’s rapid replenishment M2C (Made-to-Consumer) model
Train suppliers on Quince OS including operational efficiency (rapid lead times consumer focus) financial modeling (high ROIC) technical capabilities (Vendor Portal)
Product Expansion Collaborate with Merchants & Product Development teams introduce new styles/colors approved through NPC process
Drive Operational Excellence:
Ensure high-quality standards (<0.5% defect rate)
Optimize supply chain for speed & accuracy (Replenishment Lead Time < 14 days)
Maintain inventory availability (>99% in-stock)
Improve margin accretion through cost efficiencies & strategic sourcing
Conduct Monthly/Quarterly Business Reviews with supplier management analyzing strategy/performance highlights/areas for improvement

Qualifications Required:

8+ years experience in Strategic Sourcing Procurement or Supplier Management with major U.S.-based retailers
Established factory partnerships within knits apparel across Americas (Mexico/Central America/South America) or Asia (India/South Asia/Southeast Asia/China where relevant)
Passion for product development with track record leveraging vendor expertise design/cost-engineer/bring products to market
Strong general management mindset experience lean manufacturing just-in-time (JIT) processes supply chain optimization
Highly organized/detail-oriented/analytical strong focus execution/problem-solving/process improvement
Natural connector building & maintaining strong relationships between internal teams & supplier partners driving collaboration/shared success
Proactive/assertive ability self-manage remote/home-office setting while staying connected closely with broader organization
Excellent communicator strong written/verbal/presentation skills influencing & aligning stakeholders Bachelor’s degree preferred