Sourcing Director,Men's Bottoms (Denim & Non-denim)

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 Insert Role Title We are seeking a Sourcing Manager for denim bottom category to join our growing team. This role will be instrumental in building a resilient, high-performing denim supply chain that enables rapid growth, strong margins, and best-in-class product quality. Responsibilities Supply Chain, Denim Sourcing Strategy & Partner Management Develop and execute the end-to-end supply chain and sourcing strategy with a strong focus on denim apparel categories , across woven, knit, and stretch fabrications. Implement a multi-sourcing approach to ensure supply resilience, scalability, and cost efficiency. Identify, onboard, and develop denim-focused manufacturing partners aligned with Quince’s direct-to-consumer (D2C) model. Coach partners to operate within a rapid replenishment, Manufacturer-to-Consumer (M2C) environment, emphasizing speed, flexibility, and quality. Educate sourcing partners on the Quince Operating System (OS), including: Operational Excellence: Driving short lead times, agile production, and consumer-first execution Financial Model: Delivering margin-accretive performance and strong Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Technical Integration: Effective utilization of the Vendor Portal and digital workflows Operational Excellence & Business Growth Drive continuous improvement across key performance metrics, with particular focus on denim production quality and speed : Quality: Maintain defect rate below 0.5% Speed & Accuracy: Achieve replenishment lead times under 14 days Availability: Ensure in-stock rate above 99% Financial Impact: Deliver margin-accretive sourcing outcomes Partner closely with Merchandising and Product Development (PD) teams to lead denim catalog expansion , launching new washes, fits, styles, and fabric innovations through the New Product Creation (NPC) process. Conduct structured Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with sourcing p