Area Manager, Returns Warehouse
Quince
OUR STORY
Quince was started to challenge the existing idea that nice things should cost a lot. Our mission was simple: create an item of equal or greater quality than the leading luxury brands and sell them at a much lower price.
OUR VALUES
Customer First. Customer satisfaction is our highest priority.
High Quality. True quality is a combination of premium materials and high production standards that everyone can feel good about.
Essential design. We don’t chase trends, and we don’t sell everything. We’re expert curators that find the very best and bring it to you at the lowest prices.
Always a better deal. Through innovation and real price transparency we want to offer the best deal to both our customers and our factory partners.
Environmentally and Socially conscious. We’re committed to sustainable materials and sustainable production methods. That means a cleaner environment and fair wages for factory workers.
OUR TEAM AND SUCCESS
Quince is a retail and technology company co-founded by a team that has extensive experience in retail, technology and building early stage companies. You’ll work with a team of world-class talent from Stanford GSB, Google, D.E. Shaw, Stitch Fix, Urban Outfitters, Wayfair, McKinsey, Nike etc.
Role Overview:
As an Area Manager at Quince.com, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team within our Returns Warehouse, ensuring the efficient execution of daily operations while maintaining the highest standards for safety, quality, and performance. You will manage, develop, and motivate a team of associates and leads, implementing process improvements and driving continuous growth. Your leadership will directly impact operational goals, and you will have the opportunity to help shape the future of our fulfillment network.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of associates and leads, ensuring high levels of employee engagement, performance, and safety throughout daily operations.
- Oversee the fulfillment center's day-to-day activities, including meeting productivity requirements, achieving business objectives, and maintaining the customer experience.
- Support all safety programs and ensure OSHA compliance to provide a safe work environment for all associates.
- Proactively identify, lead, and execute process improvement initiatives using Lean tools, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Collaborate with other Area Managers to balance labor and ensure that all shifts are optimized for efficiency and meeting team goals.
- Review weekly work forecasts and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure daily production targets are met.
- Train, support, and develop your team to enhance skillsets, resolve challenges, and ensure a smooth workflow.
- Uphold all compliance policies, including food safety and general regulatory standards, within the operations.
- Perform additional duties as required to ensure successful operation of the fulfillment center.
Physical Requirements:
- Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
- Stand and walk for extended periods during shifts (up to 12 hours).
- Work in an environment where noise levels may vary, and temperatures may be subject to fluctuations.
- Frequently climb and descend stairs.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- 2+ years of leadership experience in a warehouse, logistics, or fulfillment environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, General Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays, as needed.
- Established track record of ownership, accountability, and driving results.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing a team of 20+ hourly employees.
- Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma principles, with experience driving process improvements.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Industry experience in retail, logistics, e-commerce, manufacturing, or distribution environments is highly preferred.
We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. Bonus eligibility varies by role and is determined based on the position’s impact and contribution to our strategic goals.
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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.