Associate Golf Ball Fitting & Sales Specialist - Chicago, IL

Acushnet Company; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Onsite fitness center

Health benefits

401k with company match

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Exclusive Associate Store access

Job summary

Acushnet Company seeks an Associate Golf Ball Fitting & Sales Specialist to deliver tour-caliber fittings and personalized product recommendations using Titleist methodology and launch monitor technology. You will train staff, coordinate fittings and events, and build strong golfer relationships in a designated regional market.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree, 1+ year of club fitting experience, travel up to 150 overnights annually, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• PGA Class A certification highly preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of club fitting experience in a high-touch customer service environment, or relevant industry experience.
• Ability to lift and transport equipment up to 30 lbs. multiple times per day.
• Ability to stand outdoors for extended periods (8+ hours per day) year-round.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 150 overnights per year.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to simplify complex fitting and product information for golfers of all skill levels.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, databases, internet-based tools, launch monitors, and golf fitting technology.
• Strong understanding of golf equipment, ball fitting, and golf swing analysis.
• Strong time management, organization, and event planning skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a tour-caliber golf ball fitting experience using Titleist fitting methodology.
• Conduct in-person and virtual fittings for a designated regional market.
• Plan and execute fitting events; coordinate logistics with sales reps and account partners.
• Educate PGA Professionals on Titleist products and fitting best practices.
• Develop Titleist Golf Ball Fitting Ambassadors and Specialist Interns through training and mentorship.

Skills

Club fitting

Customer service

Golf equipment knowledge

Swing analysis

Event planning

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

PGA Class A certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Where Performance Meets Purpose Join a team that values excellence and innovation, at a company known for its iconic golf brands. At Acushnet Company, your background and experience contribute to creating the best products for dedicated golfers worldwide. Here, your performance has purpose.

What You Will Be Doing

The Associate Golf Ball Fitting & Sales Specialist delivers a tour-caliber fitting experience that helps golfers maximize performance through the right Titleist golf ball. Serving a designated regional market, this role conducts in-person and virtual fittings using Titleist fitting methodology, launch monitor technology, and detailed performance analysis to provide personalized product recommendations and drive sales. The Specialist is responsible for planning and executing fitting events, coordinating logistics with sales representatives and account partners, educating PGA Professionals on Titleist products and fitting best practices, and fostering strong consumer relationships throughout the fitting journey. In addition, this role supports the development of Titleist Golf Ball Fitting Ambassadors and Specialist Interns through training and mentorship, helping elevate the overall fitting experience while strengthening Titleist’s leadership in golf ball performance and consumer engagement.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required
• PGA Class A certification highly preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of club fitting experience in a high-touch customer service environment, or relevant industry experience demonstrating strong golf equipment knowledge
• Ability to lift and transport equipment up to 30 lbs. multiple times per day
• Ability to stand outdoors for extended periods (8+ hours per day) year-round
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 150 overnights per year
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to simplify complex fitting and product information for golfers of all skill levels
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, databases, internet-based tools, launch monitors, and golf fitting technology
• Strong understanding of golf equipment, ball fitting, and golf swing analysis
• Strong time management, organization, and event planning skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and travel extensively
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required for business travel and event support #LI-SB1

Our Commitment to You

At Acushnet Company, we are committed to helping our associates thrive both personally and professionally. From the start, you and your family, including domestic partners, will benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and well-being programs. Enjoy the advantages of paid time off, an onsite fitness center, acupuncture, physical therapy, wellness coaches, and more. Our financial benefits are designed to secure your future, offering a 401k with company match, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts. Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like pet insurance, legal planning, education assistance, and exclusive access to our Associate Store. At Acushnet Company, your performance has purpose, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

• Paid time off
• An onsite fitness center
• Acupuncture
• Physical therapy
• Wellness coaches
• More
• 401k with company match
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• Pet insurance
• Legal planning
• Education assistance
• Exclusive access to our Associate Store

Pay Range: $57,293.00-$71,617.00

EEO and Additional Statements

Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Veteran/Disabled.

Acushnet Company respects the intellectual property and confidential information of third parties. Our policy is that no employee or applicant shall disclose confidential information of a third party to Acushnet Company. Accordingly, please do not include any confidential information of a current or previous employer on your resume or any other materials you provide to us.

Acushnet Company participates is E-Verify.