Head of Merchandising, Women's Apparel UK/EU

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. HEAD OF MERCHANDISING, WOMEN'S APPAREL UK/EU We are seeking a Head of Merchandising, Women's Apparel UK/EU to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for curating and managing the product catalog to meet and exceed UK or EU customer expectations, while aligning with Quince's overall brand and pricing strategy. This role involves influencing and participating in the sourcing strategy, setting prices, and being accountable for sales, margins, and returns. Success in this position means driving revenue growth, optimizing margins, and ensuring a product assortment that resonates with the UK and EU market. This role plays a critical part in advancing both our team’s goals and Quince’s broader mission. Responsibilities Drive a high-growth merchandising trajectory to meet ambitious revenue and profitability targets. Ensure the UK and EU product catalog meets and exceeds customer expectations. Influence and participate in sourcing strategy to ensure the assortment is locally relevant and margin-optimized. Set pricing aligned with Quince’s Customer Value Proposition (CVP) and margin goals. Monitor and analyze sales, margin, and returns data to inform strategic decisions. Develop and implement merchandising strategies to maximize sales and profitability. Collaborate closely with sourcing, marketing, and supply chain teams to deliver on business goals. Stay current with UK and EU market trends and evolving consumer preferences within the Women's apparel market. Manage product presentation and assortment planning to align with brand and market strategy. Qualifications Required: +12 years of proven experience in merchandising, preferably in e-commerce. Strong understanding of the UK retail market and consumer behavior. Excellent analytical skills; ability to interpret sales, margin, and financial data. Product obsessed with experience in leveraging both data and a c