Quince

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Quince$170K — $190K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10-12 years of retail merchandising experience, ideally in home decor with a luxury focus
  • E-commerce/DTC experience preferred
  • Demonstrated career progression with an increasing scope of responsibilities
  • 2-3+ years of experience managing direct reports
  • Strong analytical skills and product obsession with data-driven decision making
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Own the Home Decorating assortment strategy to ensure exceptional quality and accessibility
  • Launch and expand new product types including faux florals and decorative storage
  • Utilize data and customer insights to optimize the product assortment and meet financial goals
  • Identify whitespace in the assortment and refine the product roadmap continuously
  • Conduct quality improvements for products based on ratings and return rates
  • Collaborate with Sourcing to develop new products focused on performance and sustainability
  • Work closely with marketing and creative teams for successful product launches and storytelling

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule with 3 days in-office in San Francisco
  • Collaborative and fast-paced work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning
  • Focus on sustainability and quality craftsmanship in product development
  • Engagement in cross-functional projects stimulating innovation and creativity
Full Job Description
THE ROLE

The Senior Merchandising Manager, Home Decorating role is responsible for delighting Quince's growing customer base by expanding and managing the Home Decor product assortment on Quince.

At Quince, we believe that everyone deserves access to high quality products at radically affordable prices. We believe the marketplace for consumer products is inundated with too many options, and customers find product quality difficult to determine and yet frequently pay more for a variety of things that can be delivered at much lower prices. Our goal is to find the best products in the marketplace and connect the makers of these goods directly to the customers who want them.

Quince has proven the consumer value proposition and has built a loyal, repeat consumer base. We want to build on that value proposition and continue to scale in both existing and new product categories. This merchant leading Home Decorating will be responsible for managing the assortment, revenue and margins, and overall growth trajectory of that product category.

Quince's growth and success is directly tied to the performance and success of this role. The person in this role will be an innovator at heart leveraging the attributes below to build and run our emerging categories strategy.

Responsibilities
  • Own the Home Decorating (decorative accents, seasonal decor, faux florals, pillows & throws, etc.) assortment strategy, ensuring the category delivers on Quince's promise of exceptional quality at accessible prices
  • Launch and expand new product types in year one, including faux florals & trees, seasonal decor, vases & trays, mirrors, and decorative storage
  • Leverage data and customer insights to build, optimize, and scale the assortment - analyzing performance, refining product mix, and making evidence-based decisions - to meet customer needs and achieve financial goals (revenue, margin, inventory health, return rate, etc.)
  • Continuously identify whitespace in the assortment and refine product roadmap based on new information and learnings
  • Leveraging data for ratings, reviews, and return rates, conduct quality improvements for any products in assortment with improvement opportunities
  • Partner closely with Sourcing to identify and develop new products, with a focus on performance, sustainability, and the highest quality materials and craftsmanship
  • Collaborate with marketing, site, and creative teams to ensure compelling product launches and storytelling that reflect brand positioning
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration, serving as the category expert and advocate for the customer
  • Operate as a structured, data-driven decision maker while balancing the art and science of merchandising
  • Serve as a strong communicator and cross-functional partner in driving category success

Qualifications

Required:
  • Role is based in San Francisco California, with 3 days per week in office requirement.
  • 10-12 years of retail merchandising experience in the home decor category, preferably with luxury expertise
  • E-commerce experience and/or DTC experience preferred
  • Proven track record of progressing within an organization and demonstrating continuous growth in roles and responsibilities
  • 2-3+ years experience managing direct reports
  • Product obsessed with experience in leveraging data tools and external sources
  • Critical eye to anticipate customer needs (both the "science" and "art" of retail merchandising)
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented and analytical with focus on execution, problem-solving, improving processes and brand enhancement
  • Continuous learner and highly curious; always open to considering new perspectives; proactive when changing course and facing added challenges
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Motivated by working in a fast-paced collaborative environment, where flexibility to stretch into or out of functional comfort zones is crucial for team success
  • Bachelor's Degree, preferred


All posted ranges are reflective of base salary and may vary depending upon experience level and location. Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles.

Pay Range

$170,000-$190,000 USD

About Quince

Quince is a luxury fashion brand that specializes in high-end women's clothing. The company was founded in 2011 by creative director and designer, Nikki Erwin Margolis. Quince offers a range of products including dresses, tops, pants, and accessories made from high-quality materials such as silk, cashmere, and leather. The brand is known for its minimalist aesthetic and timeless designs that are meant to be worn season after season. Quince operates both online and through a brick-and-mortar store in Los Angeles.
Learn more about Quince
Size
100 employees
Industry
Founded
2011

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