Sourcing Manager, Kids &Baby

Hong Kong 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, Kids &Baby - SEA / China RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scout for vendor partners in China/Hong Kong or SEA who can manufacture high quality 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.
• 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

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: 10 year + sourcing and merchandising experience in Kids, Babies and Maternity (KBM) apparel categories with high-end national brands in United States
• 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.
• Product Development: Deep understanding of the product development process, utilizing factory and vendor expertise to effectively bring new products to market in speed.
• Identify most suitable suppliers that can deliver cost plus, flexibility , commitment , lead-time , reactivity , production engineering , quality , reliability , on-time delivery , vertical integration , transparency sustainability , social and traceability
• Co-build fabric strategy with vendors and US partners to ensure significant leverage for rationalization , cost and transversality
• Rigorously analyze and scrutinize vendor quotations , with focus on analysing fabric cost , materials , trims , labor , packaging , overheads and logistics
• 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 writtenand verbal communicationand presentation.

WHY QUINCE? Joining Quince means being part of a mission-driven team reshaping retail . You will work alongside talented colleagues , tackle meaningful challenges ,and contributeto buildinga more sustainable , accessible futurefor customersand partners alike. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & HIRING INTEGRITY Quince provides equal employment opportunities to all employeesand applicationsfor employmentand prohibits discriminationand harassmentof any type without regardto 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 . Quinceis committedtoproviding reasonable accommodationsto qualified individualswith disabilities.If you needa reasonable accommodationto complete your applicationor to performthe essential functionsof a roleat Quince please let us knowby completingthis accommodation form.We reviewall requestsindividuallyand will workwith youtodetermineappropriate accommodationson acase-by-case basis. Employmentis contingentupon successfulcompletionof abackground check.Quincewill conductbackground checksin compliancewith applicable federal,state,and local laws. Security Advisory: Beware of Frauds At Quince,we're dedicated torecruiting top talent whoshare our drivefor innovation.To safeguard candidates ,Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices.Initial communicationis primarily via official Quince email addressesand LinkedIn; bewareof deviations.Personal dataandsensitive informationwill not besolicited duringthe application phase.Interviewsare conducted via phone,in person ,or throughthe approved platforms Google Meets or Zoom—never via messaging apps or other calling services .Offersare merit-based communicated verbally,and followed upin writing.If personal informationis requestedto initiate the hiring process rest assured itwill bethrough secureand protected means.