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Full-Time

Strategic Finance & Business Operations Associate

Posted on 9/21/2023

Quince

Quince

201-500 employees

Direct-to-consumer e-commerce for fashion and home essentials

Consumer Goods

Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Corporate Finance
Finance & Banking
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Marketing
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 4+ years of relevant work experience in investment banking, consulting, and/or private equity / growth equity, and with operational experience at a high-growth technology company
  • Best-in-class excel skills and extensive experience developing insightful financial models and quantitative analyses, paired with strong critical thinking and sound business judgment
  • Ability to flex between high-level strategic thinking and deep analytical problem solving
  • Motivated self-starter with a track record of success and a proven ability to juggle multiple projects/tasks while hitting deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and effective cross-functional collaborator
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Deep understanding of valuation methods and strong working knowledge of GAAP
  • Stellar academic record with a degree in a quantitative field (e.g. Finance, Business, Engineering, Mathematics, etc.)
Responsibilities
  • Apply business judgment and financial insights to drive decision making related to unit economics, customer acquisition, operations, core business expansion, and new opportunities
  • Develop and maintain financial and operational plans, including revenue, cost and headcount targets
  • Apply a data-driven analytical approach to influence decision making and support company leadership in evaluating strategic initiatives
  • Improve the speed and efficiency of our growth by collaborating closely with Product, Marketing, Operations, and Engineering teams
  • Develop and monitor critical financial performance metrics, and communicate actionable insights to relevant stakeholders. Champion analytics across the company
  • Build and scale the corporate finance function of the company by implementing new processes and improving financial controls. Assist in investor relations and support executive team on potential future fundraising efforts
  • Be the go-to financial partner for Quince’s leaders for ad hoc analysis and relevant external relations (e.g., fundraising, negotiating contract terms or evaluating prospective partnerships)

Quince offers high-quality fashion and lifestyle products through its online retail platform. The company sources its products directly from manufacturers worldwide, which allows it to provide premium items at lower prices compared to traditional retail stores. Quince's product range includes clothing like dresses and blouses, as well as home essentials such as bed sheets. This direct-to-consumer model appeals to a diverse customer base, from those seeking stylish clothing to those in need of quality home goods. Quince differentiates itself from competitors by eliminating middlemen, ensuring affordability without compromising on quality. The company's goal is to make luxury accessible to everyone while fostering a community of satisfied customers who share their experiences on social media.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$141.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

26%

1 year growth

58%

2 year growth

97%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Quince's recognition in the Healthline Awards for Women's Wellness highlights their commitment to quality and innovation.
  • The expansion of their Responsible Down Outerwear collection demonstrates their dedication to sustainable and ethical fashion.
  • Winning prestigious awards like the American Architecture Award enhances the brand's reputation and visibility.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive e-commerce market requires continuous innovation to maintain customer interest and loyalty.
  • Global sourcing can lead to supply chain disruptions, affecting product availability and customer satisfaction.

What makes Quince unique

  • Quince's direct-to-consumer model eliminates middlemen, allowing them to offer high-quality products at lower prices than traditional retailers.
  • Their global sourcing strategy ensures a diverse range of premium products, appealing to a wide demographic.
  • The use of social media marketing and customer engagement through the #OneQuince hashtag creates a strong community of brand advocates.
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