ABOUT THE BRAND:

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. For more information, please visit https://www.topgolfcallawaybrands.com

WHO ARE WE?

Make The Turn

At Callaway Golf Company, it’s all about progress, innovation, and pushing boundaries. We embrace new ideas, constantly improve, and reshape the game with every step. As a leader in premium golf equipment and active lifestyle products, we’re passionate about making a lasting impact. We dare to be great while acting with integrity and respect, staying hungry yet humble. Above all, we create an awesome place to work, have fun, and make golf enjoyable for everyone.

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

By joining us, 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.

In the same spirit, Callaway Golf Vietnam is currently recruiting a Materials and Components Developer, Footwear located in D1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

It’s your turn!

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Work in an international environment with collaboration among diverse teams and partners from multiple countries.

Be part of a fast-growing company with an inspiring vision for expansion and exciting new ventures.

Flexible working hours

A competitive salary package that rewards your expertise, alongside comprehensive benefits

The added benefit of a 13th-month salary and potential annual bonus

Fully covering compulsory insurance from day one

Private health insurance coverage and an annual health check-up

Celebrate our successes with team-building activities, annual dinner and other fun activities

12 days of annual leave plus 5 extra sick leave

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide the product development and design teams with unique and interesting materials and components that allow them to create high quality performance and life style footwear products for the Travis Mathew consumers. This support will cover all seasonal projects initiated by the product creation teams at the Travis Mathew WHQ as well as innovation or longer-term projects that will occasionally come into scope. The Footwear materials & component developer will adhere to all calendar dates in order to give the product teams the proper time to adopt, sample and test. Seasonal goals will be established in support of the overall marketing themes, sample execution, pricing targets, quality requirements, lead times and business goals for Travis Mathew.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop & approve local Vietnam materials for use from the initial tech pack stage through to the production phase.

Maintain a materials swatch book library within the CGV office and also provide the Travis Mathew HQ development team with seasonal swatch books that aligns with the start of the design process..

Assess the capabilities of Vietnam material & component suppliers and provide regular proposals to the Travis Mathew HQ product teams.

Manage the Tier 2 suppliers within Vietnam so that expectations, costing, quality, capacity and timelines meet the TM product needs.   

Be the super user for Centric to ensure that materials, components, compounds and colors are accurately listed & organized within this PLM system.

Convey all Tier 2 supplier concerns to the key stakeholders at TM WHQ for each round and follow up on resolutions so that each round can be executed as well as possible.

Collaborate closely with the Tier 1 so that TM can gain access to more Vietnam material suppliers.

Adhere to the key material & component calendar dates so that the footwear projects can proceed without any delays.

Collaborate with the Tie1 partner and create a material matrix for key materials used on shoes with different retail prices.

Collaborate with the Tier 2 suppliers on materials and components that offer comfort in all Travis Mathew shoes.

Collaborate with Tier 1 and WHQ to select materials and components that ensure the target price and quality are in balance.

Collaborate with local CGV materials lab testing team and insure that testing standards are established and maintained.

Collaborate with Tier 1 to select materials and components that allow for normal production lead times of 90 days or less.

During development stage, help to resolve any key issues with materials & components so that the Tier 1 is positioned well to deliver excellent product on time.

Strive for product and process excellence.

Provided the TM HQ product teams with innovative materials and components that allow them solve consumer needs for subsequent seasons or longer-term projects.

Participate in training opportunities that will enhance pertinent capabilities and job skills.

Maintain integrity in all business relationships and represent Top Golf Callaway brands in a professional manner.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

A minimum of 5 years of experience in footwear product development or footwear materials development.

Good understanding of pattern efficiency, bottom compounds and construction best practices.  

Good technical knowledge about color standards, materials, components and compounds.

Good understanding of material and component testing standards.

Ability to collaborate and work well with a variety of stakeholders. 

Organized and diligent work habits.

Competent with both spoken and written English.

Ability to problem solve and communicate all issues to cross functional departments.

Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Proficient in PLM systems

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

College degree

Diploma from Trade or Textile school

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.

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

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE THE TURN? APPLY TODAY!
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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.

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.

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE THE TURN? APPLY TODAY!