Materials Sourcing Manager, Wool
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Materials Sourcing Manager developing global wool procurement and supplier strategies. Supporting Quince’s manufacturer-to-consumer retail model through quality, cost, and sustainability optimization.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive Wool procurement strategy optimizing cost, quality, and sustainability
- Build, maintain, and expand a global network of Wool suppliers, including tanneries, rawhide processors, and specialty Wool producers
- Partner with Product Development and Merchandising to maintain a central Wool materials library
- Analyze and monitor the global Wool market, including price trends, supply-demand dynamics, sustainability regulations, and emerging risks
- Establish and maintain long-term supplier partnerships and negotiate favorable terms
- Collaborate with sourcing, product development, quality assurance, and merchandising teams
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, innovation, and process efficiencies across the Wool value chain
- Create and implement risk mitigation strategies, including multi-sourcing, forward purchasing, and responsible sourcing compliance
- Lead supplier performance management for quality assurance, ethical labor standards, and environmental regulations
- Provide regular reporting on procurement performance, cost savings, and market conditions
- Establish, codify, and enforce Wool quality performance standards tied to product performance, durability, and customer experience
Requirements:
- Proven experience in materials procurement, supply chain management, or sourcing, with a specific focus on Wool or Wool-based materials
- Deep understanding of the Wool value chain, including rawhide sourcing, tanning processes, finishing techniques, Wool grading, quality variations, and end-use applications
- Strong professional network and/or knowledge of major players in the Wool market, including tanneries and ethical Wool suppliers
- Expertise in analyzing and mitigating price volatility in the Wool market and managing commodity risk
- Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships across multiple geographies
- Demonstrated success in achieving cost reduction and process optimization goals
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including product development and sourcing
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Successful completion of a background check
Benefits:
- Equal employment opportunities and nondiscrimination
- Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
- Mission-driven work reshaping retail
- Opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable, accessible future
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