Furniture Production Manager

Quince; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading retail tech company in San Francisco is seeking a US Production Manager for its Made-to-Order (MTO) production operations. This pivotal role focuses on managing vendor performance and building efficient tracking systems within a growing furniture category. The candidate should possess extensive experience in sourcing and procurement, ensuring impactful vendor relationships while enhancing production efficiency. Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach are vital for success in this strategic position. Salary range is competitive and includes potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• 10 years of sourcing or procurement experience required.
• Deep understanding of suppliers’ end-to-end production processes.
• Experience with major US-based online retailers is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead management of MTO production across US-based furniture vendors.
• Establish SLAs for vendors and ensure compliance.
• Build tracking tools to monitor order progress.

Skills

Sourcing and procurement expertise

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Google Sheets

Airtable

Job description

About Quince

Founded in 2018, Quince was built to challenge the idea that nice things have to cost a lot. Our mission is simple: to make really high‑quality essentials for really low prices, produced fairly and sustainably. We believe everyone deserves exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design without the traditional markups. Quince is a direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) model that cuts out middlemen and leverages just‑in‑time manufacturing to minimize waste and maximize value. Quince is a tech company disrupting the retail industry by putting AI, analytics and automation at the center of everything we do. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and company values guide our teams and actions:

• Customer First: We prioritize customer satisfaction in every decision.
• High Quality: True quality means premium materials and rigorous production standards you can feel good about.
• Essential Design: We focus on timeless, functional essentials instead of chasing trends.
• Always a Better Deal: Innovation and transparency ensure value for both customers and partners.
• Social & Environmental Responsibility: We commit to sustainable materials, ethical production, and fair wages.

Our Team and Success

At Quince, you will be part of a high‑performing team that is redefining what quality, value, and sustainability mean in modern retail. We are a destination for builders, innovators, and operators to come together and challenge the status quo. Our collective ambition is bold. We are creating an entirely new category and customer experience – one that democratizes luxury and provides high‑quality products at radically low prices. That mission demands a world‑class team committed to excellence. If you are motivated by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince.

The Role

US Production Manager, MTO

We are seeking a proactive, detail‑obsessed Production Manager to oversee Quince's Made‑to‑Order (MTO) production operations across the United States, with a primary focus on our growing made‑to‑order furniture category. This role is pivotal in managing vendor performance, building strong operational relationships, and designing scalable production tracking processes to support high‑quality customer experiences. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands‑on—capable of enforcing SLAs and operational discipline, while nurturing collaborative vendor relationships. You’ll bring visibility and accountability to a fast‑scaling supply chain and act as the primary point of contact for 10‑20 emerging vendor partners across the US.

Success in this role means

• Holding vendors accountable to timelines, service levels, and quality
• Eliminating bottlenecks and proactively resolving order issues
• Designing new production tracking systems that scale with business growth

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day management of MTO production across US‑based furniture vendors
• Establish and manage vendor SLAs (lead times, quality metrics, communication cadences)
• Build tracking tools (Google Sheets, internal tools, Airtable, etc.) to monitor order progress
• Escalate and resolve issues when production is delayed
• On‑time delivery of MTO order >98%
• Conduct end‑to‑end lead‑time production assessments and implement key initiatives to measure and drive shorter production lead time – enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Explore cost‑saving opportunities within production, ensuring efficient utilization of time and resources
• Work closely with the materials sourcing team, inventory planning team, overseeing production efficiency to optimize supply‑chain operations
• Manage strategic partnerships with vendors, ensuring a great experience working with Quince and that they’re compliant with the company’s needs and demands
• Manage suppliers on‑time delivery metrics to hit 95% OTD with every supplier within your responsibility
• Secure production management system adherence by vendors at all times
• Able to work with vendors and engineers to achieve data quality standards and become an expert in using internal tools and portals to achieve results
• Able to work with cross‑functional team, collate information (in a scalable way) to drive vendor performance, ensuring best customer experience
• Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews with management of each partner – strategy, business highlights, performance, areas for improvement

Required

• 10 years of sourcing or procurement, deep understanding of suppliers’ end‑to‑end production processes
• Operating with major US‑based online retailers (M2C)
• Strong network with partner factories in sourcing for home
• GM mindset with a supply‑chain background and manufacturing (lean/JIT) experience
• 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
• 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

$120,000 USD – $170,000 USD

Why Quince

Joining Quince means being part of a mission‑driven team reshaping retail. You will work alongside talented colleagues, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to building a more sustainable, accessible future for customers and partners alike.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Integrity

Quince provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Quince is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application or to perform the essential functions of a role at Quince, please let us know by completing this accommodation form. We review all requests individually and will work with you to determine appropriate accommodations on a case‑by‑case basis.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Quince will conduct background checks in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Security Advisory: Beware of Frauds. At Quince, we’re dedicated to recruiting top talent who share our drive for innovation. To safeguard candidates, Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official Quince email addresses and LinkedIn; beware of deviations. Personal data and sensitive information will not be solicited during the application phase. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through the approved platforms Google Meets or Zoom—never via messaging apps or other calling services. Offers are merit‑based, communicated verbally, and followed up in writing. If personal information is requested to initiate the hiring process, rest assured it will be through secure and protected means.