Materials Manager (Mandarin is a Preferred Advantage)

WHO ARE WE

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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 an Materials Manager located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

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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
• 15 days of annual leave plus 5 extra sick leave

JOB OVERVIEW

The role is responsible for ensuring materials consistently meet the company's quality standards, product integrity, and regulatory requirements throughout the manufacturing process. You also collaborates closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers to monitor material quality, ensure compliance with global product safety and sustainability standards, and drive continuous improvement through supplier training and quality management.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support HQ teams in complex fabric development to identify and mitigate potential quality risks before production.
• Drive high-quality standards for fabrics and trims throughout the production process by partnering with mills to optimize manufacturing processes and minimize quality risks.
• Lead quality assessments, analyze results, and implement corrective and preventive actions with internal teams and external partners.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Product Stewardship, Brands, testing laboratories, and fabric, trim, and garment suppliers to ensure seamless product execution.
• Participate in product risk assessment meetings and work with suppliers to develop technical solutions for dyeing, printing, finishing, and other material-related processes.
• Coordinate with the Product Stewardship team to ensure timely laboratory testing of materials, mock-ups, and finished garments, supporting on-time production readiness.
• Monitor supplier production processes and track key material approvals (e.g., lab dips, trims, fabrics, strike-offs, sample yardage, bulk color and quality, and production timelines) to ensure production milestones are achieved.
• Proactively communicate quality or production issues to business stakeholders and management, and work with suppliers to implement timely and effective solutions.
• Monitor, coach, and develop fabric and material suppliers in fabric quality, chemical management, and sustainability practices to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Conduct technical audits of fabric and material suppliers, identify improvement opportunities, and follow up on corrective action plans.
• Support the Materials Manager and Brands on initiatives and projects related to material quality, product integrity, and material development.
• Represent the Materials team in meetings with Brands, vendors, and external partners as needed.
• Travel as required to conduct supplier visits, technical audits, training, and other business-related activities.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• In-depth knowledge of fabric production processes.
• Excellent technical expertise in outdoor, sportswear, and golf apparel products.
• Strong experience in assessing product quality and evaluating supplier capabilities.
• Effective negotiation, analytical, and reporting skills.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• Mandarin language skills are an advantage.
• Results-oriented with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 7 years of experience in fabric quality assurance, fabric engineering, or a related technical role within the textile or garment manufacturing industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Chemistry, or a related field.

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.

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

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