Home- Sourcing Manager, Soft Home (EUR) in London

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 We are seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Sourcing Manager to build and lead our soft home sourcing function in EU. This person will be Quince's first hire in EU, tasked with identifying and onboarding new vendor partners from scratch. The role will focus primarily on cotton bedding, kids bedding and window coverings, with potential expansion into other home textile categories such as towels, table linens, and kitchen textiles. This is a rare opportunity to own and build a greenfield sourcing operation in a high-impact category. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of home textile manufacturing, strong vendor relationships (or the ability to cultivate them), and the operational rigor to scale new supply chains that deliver on cost, quality, and lead time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Vendor Development & Management: Identify, vet, and onboard high-quality, compliant vendor partners across EU. Establish supplier scorecards and KPIs to drive partner performance. Negotiate commercial terms including MOQs, pricing, capacity planning, and lead times. Build and maintain strong relationships with factory owners and production leaders. Serve as Quince’s local ambassador, representing our brand and values to partners.
• Sourcing Strategy & Expansion: Develop and execute a long-term vendor and material sourcing roadmap for the EU region. Identify white space opportunities in product categories and regional capabilities. Support broader soft home sourcing initiatives across table linens, towels, and kitchen textiles as needed.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with HQ teams in planning, design, production, QA, and merchandising to ensure seamless communication and execution. Maintain clear and timely reporting on project status, risks, and vendor performance.

REQUIREMENTS 10+ years in sourcing, product development, or supply chain roles within home textiles (bedding, drapery, towels, etc.). Deep understanding of textile, weaving/finishing processes, costing, testing and home goods manufacturing workflows. Strong network of EU-based soft home vendors. Proven track record of owning product development timelines, cost negotiations, and factory onboarding. Fluency in English. Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Textiles, or related field.

WHY QUINCE? Joining Quince means being part of a mission-driven team reshaping retail. You will work alongside talented colleagues, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to building a more sustainable, accessible future for customers and partners alike.