Sourcing Operations Manager

Callaway Golf Company; Carlsbad (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Callaway Golf Company is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage strategic sourcing projects, supplier contracts, and delivery performance across global suppliers.

You will collaborate with product teams, Finance, and IT to optimize ERP setups, drive cost savings, and ensure on-time delivery while upholding compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; 5+ years in manufacturing procurement.
• Experience with global supply chain initiatives.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Manage sub-contract suppliers and high-value contracts.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement cycle from sourcing to delivery.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Finance and IT to optimize ERP setup.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

Sourcing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP systems

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. Our Mission: To create demonstrably superior and pleasingly different products powered by innovative technology and premium craftsmanship enabling golfers of all abilities to play their best and find more joy in the game. Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to leave the past behind while moving the game forward. For more information, please visit https://www.callawaygolf.com

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: 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.

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

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. For more information, please visit https://www.topgolfcallawaybrands.com. At Callaway we don’t settle or rest on our laurels and we never, ever leave well enough alone. We tinker, tweak and test while making constant strides to break through. Everything we do is about making the turn and improving the game. 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, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Pursue this mission.