Leather Material Developer

Quince
Italy, Spain
Workplace: RemoteFull timeUSD 1 - 2Function: Software EngineeringEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Communication","Negotiation","Collaboration"]

Develop, benchmark, and archive premium leather materials to support handbags, small leather goods, belts, and accessories. Build and maintain a centralized Leather Library, define quality standards, and partner with QA/QC teams to resolve defects and wear issues. Evaluate global suppliers for traceability and ethical sourcing, manage vendor performance and negotiations, and implement traceability systems while supporting product launches and sustainable compliance.

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Quince
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Leather Material Developer

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Job Summary

Develop, benchmark, and archive premium leather materials to support handbags, small leather goods, belts, and accessories. Build and maintain a centralized Leather Library, define quality standards, and partner with QA/QC teams to resolve defects and wear issues. Evaluate global suppliers for traceability and ethical sourcing, manage vendor performance and negotiations, and implement traceability systems while supporting product launches and sustainable compliance.
Location: Italy, Spain
Workplace: Remote
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Software Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop, benchmark, and archive premium leather materials for handbags, small leather goods, belts, and accessories.
  • •Establish and maintain a centralized Leather Library to ensure consistency and facilitate innovation.
  • •Define and implement rigorous quality standards for leather performance, durability, and aesthetics.
  • •Collaborate with QA/QC teams to address defects, color variation, and wear issues.
  • •Identify and evaluate global leather suppliers for traceability and ethical sourcing, and manage vendor performance to drive continuous improvement in material quality.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 1 - 2

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Material Science, Leather Technology, or a related field.
  • •8+ years of experience in leather material development, sourcing, or QA/QC within luxury or premium brands.
  • •Strong knowledge of leather tanning, finishing, and testing methods.
  • •Proven track record in vendor management and supply chain optimization.
  • •Excellent communication and negotiation skills; ability to collaborate across global teams.
Education:Bachelor's in Textile Engineering, Material Science, Leather Technology, or a related field
Skills:CommunicationNegotiationCollaboration
Languages:English

Company Brief

Quince
Quince is a direct-to-consumer brand offering affordable, high-quality apparel, home goods, and essentials—such as cashmere, basics, and home textiles—focused on transparent sourcing and value pricing for customers.
Industry: Direct to Consumer Brands
Company Size: Medium (51 to 250 employees)
Growth: Growth Stage Startup
Headquarters: San Francisco, United States
Founded: 2015
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