Sourcing Manager – Window (Curtains, Shades & Blinds) at Quince

Shanghai, Shanghai, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sourcing, Vendor Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain, Textile Manufacturing, Product Development, Collaboration, Quality Assurance, Cost Optimization, Material Sourcing, Relationship Building, Market Analysis, Compliance Standards, Communication, Innovation, Performance Metrics

Industry

Retail

Description

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 don’t chase trends, and we don’t sell everything. We’re 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. We’re 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. You’ll work with a team of world-class talent from Stanford GSB, Google, D.E. Shaw, Stitch Fix, Urban Outfitters, Wayfair, McKinsey, Nike etc. 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 Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Textiles, or related field Quince provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to 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. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@onequince.com. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. Security Advisory: Beware of Frauds At Quince, we're 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 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.

Responsibilities

The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for vendor development and management, optimizing vendor performance, and ensuring KPIs on margin, lead time, and quality are met. They will also drive innovation in fabric and product construction while collaborating with cross-functional teams.