Sourcing Operations Manager

Callaway Golf; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Callaway Golf is seeking an experienced procurement professional in Carlsbad, CA to support strategic sourcing, manage supplier contracts, and ensure on-time delivery across the full procurement cycle. The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier performance, and collaboration with product, finance, and IT teams to optimize ERP configurations and processes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years in manufacturing purchasing, with a track record of driving value and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing/engineered products.
• Experience in global supply chain initiatives & strategic planning.
• Interfacing with manufacturing engineering and program management teams.
• Strong negotiations and contract management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supports strategic sourcing projects with the operations team.
• Manages sourcing deals, contracts, delivery, and quality across the procurement cycle.
• Ensures follow-through from supplier sourcing to execution, delivery and quality.
• Identifies opportunities for cost savings and operational excellence.
• Collaborates with Finance and IT to enhance ERP systems.
• Evaluates supplier reliability and manages supplier relationships.
• Negotiates supply contracts and subcontracts.
• Organizes and conducts supplier site evaluations and audits.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

ABOUT THE BRAND

Callaway Golf Company is a premium golf equipment, gear and apparel company with a portfolio of global brands, including Callaway Golf, Odyssey, TravisMathew, and OGIO. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation and premium craftsmanship, Callaway designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance golf clubs, golf balls, apparel, bags, and other accessories—setting the standard for performance in the game of golf.

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.
• Reviews and negotiates supply contracts, subcontractor agreements, and other terms and conditions.
• Organize and execute regular supplier site evaluations and audits.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Ability to manage sub-contract suppliers, with high volume/value fabricated parts/component contracts in both foreign and domestic markets.
• Ability to manage long lead-time product deliveries in support of production.
• Working knowledge of assembly & manufacturing processes.
• Thorough knowledge of Purchasing Law and Uniform Commercial Code.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiating skills.
• Excellent communication skills, written & verbal.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Thorough understanding of financial impact of decisions.
• Demonstrated success in developing and fostering relationships with suppliers while driving lower costs, superior performance, and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university.
• Minimum 5 years related experience and/or training/ or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Purchasing in a Manufacturing/Engineered Product environment.
• Interfacing with manufacturing engineering and program management teams.
• Experience in executing Global Supply Chain initiatives & strategic planning.

DISCLAIMER

This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees. Distribution of this item outside of the Company without an authorized release is a violation of Company policy.

DE&I and EEOC

In 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.

90,000.00 - 112,450.00 - 134,900.00 USD Annual