Sourcing Manager – Window (Curtains, Shades & Blinds)
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
OUR STORY
Quince was started to challenge the existing idea that nice things should cost a lot. Our mission was simple: create an item of equal or greater quality than the leading luxury brands and sell them at a much lower price.
OUR VALUES
Customer First. Customer satisfaction is our highest priority.
High Quality. True quality is a combination of premium materials and high production standards that everyone can feel good about.
Essential design. We dont chase trends and we dont sell everything. Were expert curators that find the very best and bring it to you at the lowest prices.
Always a better deal. Through innovation and real price transparency we want to offer the best deal to both our customers and our factory partners.
Environmentally and Socially conscious. Were committed to sustainable materials and sustainable production methods. That means a cleaner environment and fair wages for factory workers.
OUR TEAM AND SUCCESS
Quince is a retail and technology company co-founded by a team that has extensive experience in retail technology and building early stage companies. Youll work with a team of world-class talent from Stanford GSB Google D.E. Shaw Stitch Fix Urban Outfitters Wayfair McKinsey Nike etc.
THE ROLE
Were seeking an experienced and agile Sourcing Manager to lead and scale our Window category (Curtains Shades & Blinds) across China and Southeast Asia. The Window category represents a fast-growing opportunity for Quinces Home division with immediate focus on curtains and expansion into shades and blinds in the mid-term.
This role will own vendor development and upstream sourcing strategy especially across greige fabric suppliers and full-package manufacturers. The ideal candidate is deeply operational analytically sharp and experienced in scaling textile supply chains end-to-end.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Vendor Development & Management
- Source and onboard compliant high-quality vendor partners across China and Southeast Asia
- Quickly identify and test new partners with a clear go/no-go framework
- Optimize vendor performance to improve cost lead time and margin
- Negotiate commercial terms: MOQs capacity pricing payment compliance
- Be an ambassador to all partners building long-term collaborative relationships
Upstream Material Sourcing
- Manage nominated mill relationships and upstream component sourcing (fabrics linings trims)
- Evaluate and nominate partners in collaboration with product and quality teams
Category Leadership
- Serve as category lead for the entire Window product vertical
- Build scalable and diversified supply chains across product types (curtains shades blinds)
- Ensure KPIs on margin lead time and quality are consistently met
Product Development & Speed-to-Market
- Drive innovation in fabric and product construction
- Compress development calendars for fast testing and scaling
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Planning Merchandising and Technical Design teams
- Drive continuous improvement through structured supplier feedback and metrics
REQUIREMENTS:
- 8 years in sourcing production or supply chain ideally in soft home or textile-based products
- Deep knowledge of window product construction and textile manufacturing
- Strong vendor network across China and Southeast Asia
- Experience working with nominated mills and managing upstream raw materials
- Proficient in cost negotiation development timelines and compliance standards
- Excellent communicator; English fluency required; Mandarin a strong plus
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Textiles or related field
At Quince were dedicated to recruiting top talent who share our drive for innovation. To safeguard candidates Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official Quince email addresses and LinkedIn; beware of deviations. Personal data and sensitive information will not be solicited during the application phase. Interviews are conducted via phone in person or through the approved platforms Google Meets or Zoomnever 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Category Management
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- HR Sourcing
- Supply Chain Experience
- Analysis Skills
- Contract Management
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- ERP Systems
- negotiation
- Contracts
About Company
Quince brings luxury products like Mongolian Cashmere, Italian Leather, Turkish Cotton and Washable Silk to everyone at radically low prices. Shop premium essentials with no middleman.
