Sr. Forecasting Manager

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: Senior Forecasting Manager

We’re looking for a Senior Forecasting Manager to join our growing operations team and play a critical role in optimizing Quince’s inventory performance. In this role, you will manage forecasts at all levels to drive inventory turns, improve in-stock performance, and maximize return on investment.

Because Quince’s business model is unique, this position will be equally unique in its execution—combining analytical rigor, strategic partnership, and hands-on collaboration with sourcing, technology, and vendor teams.

Success in this position means building data-driven forecasting systems that balance product availability with working capital efficiency while supporting Quince’s mission to deliver luxury quality at radically low prices.

Responsibilities

• Forecast items at the style-color-size level by week, achieving key performance indicators including in-stock rates, inventory turns, and return on investment.

• Partner closely with the internal sourcing team and external vendors to collaborate on forecasts and maximize product availability.

• Work directly with the technology team to develop and implement integrated, intelligent, and automated forecasting solutions.

• Conduct analytics and root-cause analysis to identify opportunities for KPI improvement.

• Collaborate with sourcing to model vendor relationships, terms, and risk profiles.

• Build short-, mid-, and long-range inventory and replenishment plans that align with business strategy.

• Present forecasts, strategies, and performance updates weekly to executives.

• Manage and mentor one or more team members as the function scales.

Qualifications

Required:

• 4–6 years of experience in inventory planning, merchandising, or related analytics/technology roles.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain Management preferred.

• Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in advanced Excel statistical functions.

• Fluency with Google Suite and comfort working with large data sets.

• Experience prototyping inventory optimization techniques and converting insights into scalable technology.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners to maximize opportunities and minimize risks.

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