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Quince

Direct-to-consumer fashion and home goods retailer

Leather Material Developer

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listedRemote

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Material Science, Leather Technology, or a related field is required.
  • At least 8 years of experience in leather material development, sourcing, or quality assurance/quality control within luxury or premium brands is required.
  • Strong knowledge of leather tanning, finishing, and testing methods is required.
  • A proven track record in vendor management and supply chain optimization is required.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate across global teams, are required.
  • Passion for craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability in leather goods is required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, benchmark, and archive premium leather materials for handbags, small leather goods, belts, and accessories.
  • Establish and maintain a centralized Leather Library to ensure consistency and facilitate innovation.
  • Define and implement rigorous quality standards for leather performance, durability, and aesthetics.
  • Collaborate with quality assurance and quality control teams to address defects, color variation, and wear issues.
  • Identify and evaluate global leather suppliers, ensuring traceability and ethical sourcing.
  • Manage vendor performance, negotiate terms, and drive continuous improvement in material quality.
  • Work closely with design, product development, and supply chain teams to align material innovation with brand positioning.
  • Provide technical expertise to support new product launches and premium collections.
  • Monitor supply chain risks and ensure compliance with sustainability and regulatory standards.
  • Implement traceability systems to strengthen transparency and accountability.

About the Company

Quince

Direct-to-consumer fashion and home goods retailer

Quince is an online retailer that sells fashion and lifestyle products directly from manufacturers at affordable prices. Customers shop on its website for items like dresses, blouses, leather goods, and home essentials, and the company earns revenue from online sales while reducing costs by cutting out intermediaries. The brand differentiates itself through direct global sourcing to offer affordable luxury and by building a community of advocate customers who share experiences with #OneQuince. Its goal is to provide high-quality products at accessible prices and cultivate a loyal online community around the Quince brand.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Series E
Total funding
$958M
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Founded
2018

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