Product Manager, FootJoy

The history of the Acushnet Company is tightly woven into the fabric of golf.
From the start, we've been committed to enriching the experience of dedicated golfers through superior product performance, technological innovation, unmatched quality, and exceptional service.
We are more than a collection of leading golf brands and products.
We are a team united in our passion for the game.
We are bridge builders who embrace our responsibility to leave our brands, businesses, communities, and the game of golf in a better position than when we started.

Together we live by the credo, 'Autograph your work with excellence.' We earn our position as unrivaled leaders in every category in which we compete, striving for excellence in all that we do - from the performance and consistency of our products to our engagement with golfers and trade partners, to our commitment to creating a workplace built on diversity, inclusion, belonging and respect.

Acushnet Canada Inc.
has an exciting opportunity for a FootJoy Product Manager.

Position Summary:

As the Canadian FootJoy product champion, the Product Manager will support brand objectives by delivering profitable and sustainable growth through the strategic management of all FJ product lines.

With an understanding of the FJ customer, the market and trends, the Product Manager will develop our product assortment and manage FJ products throughout the product lifecycle.
This role will gather, analyze and prioritize product and customer requirements, merchandise the product line, and work closely with the global product teams to deliver products that inspire the current and the next generation of golfers.
The Product Manager will also work in close collaboration with the sales, marketing, and operations teams to ensure revenue and margin targets are achieved.

As the successful candidate, you have had proven success delivering business results and bring a genuine passion for the sport of golf.You are recognized as a top performer in your current role and take pride in staying current with product marketing trends and best practices.
You possess a unique blend of product analytics, classic marketing skills, business savvy, creativity, superior relationship building skills, and a work ethic that is second to none.

Responsibilities:

Product

• The Product Manager is responsible for selecting and merchandising the Canadian product line from the global assortment, ensuring alignment with local and global strategic directives, and optimizing the mix, positioning, and pricing to drive sales and profitability.
• Work closely with the DTC Manager to define the product offerings within the direct-to-consumer channel and manage all DTC inventory.
• Ensure product lines are positioned in line with global strategy and delivering on margin objectives.
• Develop all product specification details required by the global supply chain team and ensure specifications are communicated within defined timelines.
• Work closely with the global product teams to ensure all consumer packaging is developed in line with Canadian market needs/requirements.
• Actively manage inventory and product life-cycles, in line with company objectives, maximizing sales and margin and minimizing inventory mark downs/reserves.
• Lead the procurement, distribution and disposition of all sales samples.
• Develop and execute product education and training programs for key accounts to support the sales objectives.

Marketing and Sales

• Work closely with the Marketing Manager in the planning and execution of all product marketing initiatives.
• Execute product and sales presentations to the sales team, key accounts, internal staff.
• Develop appropriate sales tools and collateral.

Reporting

• Ownership of the forecasting and procurement process.
  Prepare annual and 12-month rolling sales forecasts and purchase plans in line with established purchasing and financial reporting timelines.
• Provide product and sales reports on a regular basis to provide management with pertinent information and trend analysis.
• Lead the mid-month forecast, incorporating input from the DTC Manager, National Account Manager, Brand Manager and Finance team.
• Develop the Business Plan with strategic direction from the Brand Manager and support from the DTC Manager, National Account Manager, and Finance team.
• Ensure inventory availability reporting tools used by the sales team and trade partners are managed to provide accurate and timely information.
  Provide clear and timely communication regarding changes to inventory or pricing (arrival dates, sell outs, close-outs, etc.).
• Develop and update market information and competitive profiles including product overviews, pricing, programs, SWOT analysis, estimated market shares.

Leadership

• Lead and support the activities of the inventory analyst.
• Act as liaison with FJ global product and supply chain teams.
  Provide clear communication regarding Canadian needs and participate in international product and marketing meetings.

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years of product management experience in a product-oriented, consumer-driven company.
  Previous product management experience with golf /sporting goods or consumer products will be considered an asset.
• A relevant University Bachelor's Degree is required (marketing, communications and/or business).
• The ideal candidate will be an avid golfer who brings an affinity for the Acushnet brands and the ability to relate to dedicated golfers of all skill levels.
• Strategic, analytical and detail oriented with the demonstrated ability to synthesize complex or diverse information into actionable data that supports business plans.
• A thorough working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint is required, as well as in depth experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and data management and planning tools (e.g., Cognos, M3, Oasis)
• Leads by example with a positive outlook; well-honed team collaboration skills.
• Excellent problem solving and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  Exceptional presentation skills and a proven ability to sell ideas.

Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume by May 27, 2025.

Acushnet Canada Inc.
welcomes applications from persons with disabilities.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.