Sourcing Operations Specialist

Callaway Golf Supplier Development Manager

Callaway Golf is the leading manufacturer of premium golf clubs, balls, performance gear and accessories worldwide. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, we push the limits of performance and create demonstrably superior products designed to make every golfer a better golfer.

Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to move the game forward, and we want top-notch people to join us in that mission!

By joining Callaway Golf, you also join part of the portfolio of brands within Topgolf Callaway Brands, an unrivaled tech-enabled Modern Golf and active lifestyle company delivering leading golf equipment, apparel, and entertainment, with a portfolio of global brands including Topgolf, Callaway Golf, TravisMathew, Toptracer, Odyssey, OGIO, Jack Wolfskin, and World Golf Tour ("WGT"). "Modern Golf" is the dynamic and inclusive ecosystem that includes both on-course and off-course golf.

Job Overview

Responsible for the supplier aspects of product development and sourcing projects. Responsible for conducting market research into potential suppliers, product specifications and resources. Conducts supplier analysis, evaluates potential suppliers, and manages the overall supplier qualification process, develops and creates sourcing plans, requests for proposal, and other sourcing documents, evaluates and recommends purchasing and sourcing decision to management. Plans, directs, and coordinates the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications. Responsible for negotiating supplier agreements. Identifies and cultivates new business relationships related to products and product development services.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Works closely with the operations team to support strategic sourcing projects
• Manages the sourcing deals, contracts, delivery and quality for a complete procurement cycle, ensuring the commercial and cost saving benefits are realized at the P&L level and ensuring on time delivery with the suppliers
• Ensures the complete follow through of project supports from managing the product / supplier sourcing to execution to supplier delivery and quality
• Identifies opportunities for operational excellence and cost saving
• Develops best practice processes, and works together with Finance and IT to enhance the ERP set up
• Works with product teams for identification of strategic suppliers and evaluates vendor reliability
• Solicits and reviews RFQ's, supplier proposals and other subcontractor agreements
• Organize and execute regular supplier site evaluations and audits

Technical Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Education and Experience

Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, supporting them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

If your experience is close to what we're looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.