Merchandise Manager, Men's Outerwear and Suiting

Cacheflow; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Quince is seeking a Merch Manager for Menswear to own the assortment, pricing, and strategy end-to-end. You will lead cross-functional teams from product, technology, planning, and marketing to deliver a high-performing category that balances data insights with strong product intuition.

The role requires 5–10 years in retail merchandising, plus experience in product development and e-commerce or DTC. Base salary ranges from $120,000 to $140,000, with bonus and equity possible.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of retail merchandising experience in Men’s apparel
• Experience in product development is preferred
• E-commerce and/or DTC experience preferred
• Progression within an organization with growth in roles and responsibilities
• Data tools usage and external sources awareness
• Ability to anticipate customer needs (science and art of retail)
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and analytical with execution focus
• Continuous learner with openness to new perspectives
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Manage and scale the assortment from ideation to launch with cross-functional partners
• Curate assortment to deliver revenue, margins, and quality targets
• Leverage data and trends to optimize the assortment and decisions
• Collaborate with sourcing to develop new products with radical pricing
• Oversee product development and timely delivery with sourcing and design
• Partner with marketing, site, and creative teams for compelling launches
• Use technology and data tools to build and evaluate strategy
• Lead cross-functional collaboration and advocate for the customer
• Drive continuous process improvements and efficiency

Skills

Merchandising

Product development

E-commerce / DTC

Data driven

Customer insights

Organization

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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.

Quince partners with world-class manufacturers across the globe and serves millions of customers. With strong investor backing and a focus on sustainable growth, we are a company that is rapidly scaling while maintaining a commitment to quality, simplicity, and radical price transparency.

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

Merch Manager, Men's

We are seeking a product obsessed Buyer to join our growing team and lead a growing product category within our men's division. In this role, you will scale your business - owning the assortment, pricing, and strategy end to end. You’ll combine product intuition with data-driven decision-making to build a high-performing assortment that delights customers and accelerates Quince's growth. This role will lead cross functional teams from PD, Tech design, Planning, and marketing to ensure deliverables are met to drive the business.

Success in this role means driving exceptional growth by delivering an assortment that balances data-driven insights with great product insight, while meeting our quality and product standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and scale the assortment from product ideation to launch, working closely with all cross functional partners to drive category success
• Curate an assortment that delivers on revenue, margin, and quality targets while addressing needs of the consumer
• Leverage data, customer insights, and retail trends to build, optimize, and scale the assortment — analyzing performance, refining product mix, and making evidence-based decisions
• Partner closely with sourcing to develop and bring new products to market, with a focus on delivering quality products at radical prices
• Manage the product development process and all decisions with sourcing partners and tech design to ensure on time delivery of product launches
• Collaborate with marketing, site, and creative teams to ensure compelling product launches and storytelling that need business needs
• Utilize technology and data tools to build, evaluate, and scale the product strategy
• Lead cross-functional collaboration, serving as the category expert and advocate for the customer.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and systems to enhance efficiency and decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Role is based in San Francisco California, with 3 days per week in office requirement.
• 5-10 years of retail merchandising experience in the Men’s apparel category
• Experience in product development is preferred
• E-commerce experience and/or DTC experience preferred
• Proven track record of progressing within an organization and demonstrating continuous growth in roles and responsibilities
• 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

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree

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 - $140,000 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

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