Sourcing Manager, Americas

Sourcing Manager, Americas (footwear And Accessories) - Remote Eligible Build and optimize the Americas footwear supplier network to reduce lead times and costs. Location: Mexico Compensation: $70,000 - 75,000 USD / year Job Tags: Operations About The Role Sourcing Manager, Americas (Footwear and Accessories) 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. 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 Sourcing Manager, Americas will focus on sourcing footwear & leather goods in Western Hemisphere (Mexico, Dominican Republic, USA, among others), with an emphasis on nearshoring strategies for lead time reduction. This role is critical to optimizing Quince's supply chain by re‑sourcing existing products with long lead times and high logistics costs, as well as identifying and launching new products from the Americas region to drive business growth. The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for scouting potential suppliers, pitching them on Quince's business model, conducting cost analyses for key products, and onboarding suppliers into our fast‑paced supply chain. Additionally, they will ensure supplier continuity, conduct periodic business reviews, and drive operational efficiencies. Responsibilities Develop and execute a category supply chain strategy, including multi‑sourcing for the Footwear and Accessories segment (womens/mens/kids), across different product and material types. Identify, vet, and onboard supplier partners, coaching them to operate within Quince's rapid replenishment, M2C (Made‑to‑Consumer) model. Train suppliers on Quince OS, including operational efficiency (rapid lead times, consumer focus), financial modeling (high ROIC), and technical capabilities (Vendor Portal). Product Expansion: Collaborate with Merchants and Product Development teams to introduce new styles and colors approved through our NPC process. Drive Operational Excellence: Ensure high‑quality standards (99% in‑stock). Improve margin accretion through cost efficiencies and strategic sourcing. Conduct Monthly/Quarterly Business Reviews with supplier management, analyzing strategy, performance highlights, and areas for improvement. Qualifications Required: 8+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing (focusing on footwear/accessories, leather goods), Procurement, or Supplier Management with major U.S.–based retailers. Established factory partnerships within footwear and accessories across the Americas (Mexico, Central America, South America, DR) and/or Asia (including India, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and China, where relevant to the scope of the category). Passion for product development with a track record of leveraging vendor expertise to design, cost‑engineer, and bring products to market. Strong general management (GM) mindset, with experience in lean manufacturing, just‑in‑time (JIT) processes, and supply chain optimization. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytical, with a strong focus on execution, problem‑solving, and process improvement. Natural connector who builds and maintains strong relationships between internal teams and supplier partners to drive collaboration and shared success. Proactive and assertive, with the ability to self-manage in a remote/home-office setting while staying closely connected to the broader organization. Excellent communicator, with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills to influence and align stakeholders. Spanish Speaker / Fluent English Preferred: Bachelor's degree preferred. Pay Range $70,000 - $75,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr