About the Role
SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application. Your Talent 2-4 years of managing product development experience. 2+ years of experience working with suppliers based in Asia. Bachelor\'s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or demonstrated successful equivalent work experience. Fundamental knowledge of tooling and various other manufacturing processes (investment casting, forging, stamping, painting, etc.). Knowledge/experience with injection molding processing and tooling (Ex. compression molding processing and tooling, composite material processing and tooling). Statistical Process Control experience. Working knowledge of a CAD system, specifically NX (Specification drawing). Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Strong documentation skills and experience. Ability to travel internationally and domestically. The Hiring range base pay for this position is $68,640 - $96,300 + Bonus + Benefits. Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your Mission Develop all components and assembled clubs in a timely manner, validate and approve all products from sample phase all the way to production release of finished golf club and club components. Responsible for various aspects of product development from Beta phase to mass production to ensure products are ready to be commercialized. Knowledge of golf club manufacturing methods. Ability to take on all key manufacturing processes to maximize output and minimize bottleneck. Work in a collaborative environment with various internal (Cobra) and external (suppliers) partners. Responsible for working with suppliers to qualify new products through Pilot Run; be the owner to ensure all manufacturing processes can meet cost/quality/capacity requirements to support overall business objectives. Set up product standards, quality criteria, and limits on all commercialized products with various product construction and designs. Execute testing and analysis on products to pass testing criteria and performance target. Initiate and qualify new suppliers and new methods of manufacturing on all club components to support business goals. Ownership of production “component specifications,” “cosmetic specifications,” and “club assembly specifications.” Conduct and own build trials at key assembly locations. Travel to Asia and Mexico based suppliers to manage development of new projects. Lead continuous improvements in our critical manufacturing processes in the supplier base manufacturing environment. Review current processes and procedures and lead continuous process improvement project team. Process Ownership – understand critical process setting, track performance metrics, and understand key cost drivers involved in critical manufacturing processes. Direct and work with Asia Team members on any development/process/quality concerns. PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.