Material Manager, Leather

3 weeks ago
Full-time
Senior
Operations
Quince

Quince

Quince challenges the notion that quality comes at a high price. They aim to provide products of equal or superior quality to luxury brands at significantly lower prices by eliminating middlemen and overseeing every aspect of production. Their goods ar...

Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods
51-250
Founded 2018
$64M raised

Description

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive leather procurement strategy that optimizes cost, quality, and sustainability.
  • Build, maintain, and expand a global network of leather suppliers, including tanneries, rawhide processors, and specialty producers.
  • Partner with Product Development and Merchandising to build and maintain a central leather materials library.
  • Analyze and monitor the global leather market to inform procurement decisions and minimize price volatility.
  • Establish and maintain long-term supplier partnerships, negotiate favorable terms, and drive value across the supply chain.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align material sourcing strategies with product requirements and company objectives.
  • Identify and evaluate opportunities for cost savings, innovation, and process efficiencies across the leather value chain.
  • Create and implement risk mitigation strategies, including multi-sourcing and responsible sourcing compliance.
  • Lead supplier performance management to ensure quality assurance and adherence to ethical and environmental standards.
  • Provide regular reporting on procurement performance, cost savings, and market conditions.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management in the leather industry.
  • Strong negotiation skills and experience building global supplier networks.
  • Ability to analyze market trends and develop strategic procurement plans.
  • Excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong understanding of sustainability regulations and responsible sourcing initiatives.
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Experience establishing leather quality performance standards for vendor consistency.
  • Experience working with international suppliers, tanneries, or specialty leather producers (preferred).

Benefits

  • Base salary within the posted range of $1–$2 USD, depending on experience and location.
  • Bonus and equity may be provided for eligible roles.
  • Opportunity to work on a mission-driven team focused on sustainability and accessible luxury.
  • Equal opportunity employment and a commitment to reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
  • Background check process conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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