Materials and Trims Library Manager

@ Quince

About Quince

Quince was started to challenge the existing idea that nice things should cost a lot. Our mission is to create items of equal or greater quality than leading luxury brands and sell them at a lower price. We value customer satisfaction, high quality, essential design, best deals, and sustainable practices.

Team and Success

Co-founded by experts from Stanford GSB, Google, D.E. Shaw, and more, our team combines retail, technology, and early stage company building expertise.

Role Overview

The Materials and Trims Library Manager is a full-time role responsible for centralizing and upgrading all materials and trims used across apparel and accessories. Your mission is to reduce variation, raise quality standards, and establish a permanent physical Materials Library Room in San Francisco that serves as the single source of truth.

Responsibilities

• Audit & Assess: Review current materials and trims, flagging overuse, duplication, quality risks, and sourcing delays.
• Standardize & Simplify: Set clear standards across categories focusing on durability, performance, and consistency.
• Build the Library Room: Design and maintain a physical library in SF with organized swatches, labels, specs, and sourcing info.
• Create the Digital Library: Develop and maintain a digital mirror with searchable visuals and vendor data.
• Partner & Align: Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Tech, and Sourcing to meet aesthetic and functional goals.
• Vendor Confirmations: Validate material specs, availability, lead times, and MOQs.
• Govern & Maintain: Establish ownership, update protocols, and train teams to ensure consistent material usage.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in Materials Library management in apparel/accessories. Deep knowledge of fabrics, hardware, linings, threads, elastics, and labels. Proven record of building materials libraries from scratch, real-world production expertise, attention to detail, and strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Standing and walking throughout the shift
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs and use ladders
• Frequent bending, twisting, or kneeling for moving objects
• Occasional off-site work or travel for shoots

This role requires in-office presence 5 days per week.

Compensation

Pay range: $90,000—$130,000 USD, based on market indicators and personal qualifications.

Equal Opportunity and Security Advisory

Quince is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive hiring process. All communications are done through official channels. Beware of fraud; ensure initial contact is through verified Quince emails and platforms such as LinkedIn, Google Meets, or Zoom.

Key skills/competency

• Materials Audit
• Quality Standards
• Library Setup
• Digital Documentation
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Vendor Management
• Production Knowledge
• Detail Orientation
• Standardization
• Sustainable Practices