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SUMMARY Overview of the position Works closely with supervisor in managing specific trading card products, from initial conceptualization through completion. Develops business and product strategies, analyzes financial goals of the product, and works with sales/marketing to deliver the product to end consumer. Works closely with Product Development Team, executing initiatives while simultaneously managing scheduling and production goals. Communicate with key external partners on a regular basis, facilitating product strategy and sales discussions. In sum, this position encompasses development and implementation of business plans, product line profitability, analysis, and evaluation of product marketplace and new product opportunities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned. Implements business objectives in conjunction with production team, managing the process of Scoping, Business Case, initial Development with R&D and Creative, and Post-Mortem analysis. Works closely with Product Development team in executing the full product development production. Manages timing and implementation of products associated with the License. Manages business relationship with Licensor. Creates brand presentations for internal and external partners. Develops short term and long-range plans for a specific Brand based on history analysis, market trends, competition, and UDC product portfolio. Creates initial business plan, including product concept and design direction. Responsible for P&L management of brand and works with Product Manager to reach profitability goals. Responsible for keeping the company partners up-to-date with ranging developments. Liaison with other departments. Key role in working closely with Product Management team, incorporating concepts from Brand Team to Product Development team for production. Recommends, communicates, and coordinates launch strategies and calendars, product promotions, creative product directions, etc. Works within UDC department and produces products commensurate to strategies specified in licensed product portfolio business plans. Conducts research on market trends and takes team-leading role in all aspects of product definition, channel distribution strategy, and marketing direction. Provides direction into Marketing/Advertising/Promotions/PR campaigns in line with corporate strategies and initiatives. Attends meetings and Trade Shows to communicate product plans and strategies. Develops website strategy to review with Marketing Manager for final direction and execution. In conjunction with the packaging design team and external parties, develops ways to best display and promote product for consumers of varying distribution channels. INTERACTION This position will interact closely with the Sr. Manager of Trading Cards, Product Development Team, Project Manager, a core R&D team, Finance, Sales Management, Legal, Design, and Senior Managements along with related Company staff members and external parties. EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Business, Marketing, Product Development or related experience 4+ years’ experience in project management, product marketing, product licensing or product development with a strong desire to learn REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Brand management, project management or product marketing experience Basic knowledge of budgeting, P&Ls, and product profitability analysis. Ability to communicate with Product Management in working on cost cutting solutions to improve product profitability. Strong leadership skills Ability to apply creative thinking to product themes, content and business solutions Ability to lead focused meetings Ability to communicate with external parties frequently to discuss product strategies Excellent oral and written communication skills Writing creative briefs for advertising, promotions, card design, packaging, and web design for brands Motivated, proactive and organized Team player orientation Retail and Hobby sales knowledge a plus Interest in trading cards a plus Interest and knowledge of sports, hockey a plus Strong presentation skills Ability to multi-task and identify project management priorities to ensure the products stay on schedule Ability to interface with internal and external parties Ability to travel domestically and internationally on behalf of Upper Deck Proficiency in the following software: MS Office, MS Project and Sharepoint a plus Other details
Where Performance Meets Purpose Join a team that values excellence and innovation, at a company known for its iconic golf brands. At Acushnet Company, your background and experience contribute to creating the best products for dedicated golfers worldwide. Here, your performance has purpose. What You Will Be Doing Join Titleist as a Research Engineer and play a pivotal role in advancing the performance of world-class golf equipment. In this hands-on research position, you will apply expertise in engineering principles, experimental methods, and computational analysis to evaluate and innovate golf club designs. You will lead complex simulation and data analysis efforts, develop next-generation product concepts using advanced modeling techniques, and work cross-functionally with research, testing, innovation and design teams to bring breakthrough ideas to life. This role requires staying at the forefront of industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies, while also contributing to intellectual property development through patent exploration and documentation. With a focus on precision, innovation, and impact, you will help shape the future of Titleist products while ensuring alignment with strategic timelines and performance goals. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field (required) 3+ years of progressively responsible professional experience Golf knowledge or industry experience preferred Working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools; HyperMesh and LS-DYNA strongly preferred Experience with MATLAB and Python strongly preferred Hands-on experience with both practical, lab-based work and data acquisition techniques #LI-LB1 #LI-onsite Our Commitment to You At Acushnet Company, we are committed to helping our associates thrive both personally and professionally. From the start, you and your family, including domestic partners, will benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and well-being programs. Enjoy the advantages of paid time off, an onsite fitness center, acupuncture, physical therapy, wellness coaches, and more. Our financial benefits are designed to secure your future, offering a 401k with company match, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts. Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like pet insurance, legal planning, education assistance, and exclusive access to our Associate Store. At Acushnet Company, your performance has purpose, and we're here to support you every step of the way. Pay Range: $90,018.00-$112,391.00 Ready to Make an Impact? Join us at Acushnet Company and be part of a team that values excellence and innovation. Can you walk us through a project where you used both computational modeling and hands-on experimentation to evaluate or improve a product’s performance? What tools did you use and what insights did you generate? How do you approach building and validating simulation models when working with real-world performance data, and how do you ensure your findings translate into practical design improvements? EEO and Additional Statements Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Veteran/Disabled. Acushnet Company respects the intellectual property and confidential information of third parties. Our policy is that no employee or applicant shall disclose confidential information of a third party to Acushnet Company. Accordingly, please do not include any confidential information of a current or previous employer on your resume or any other materials you provide to us. Acushnet Company participates is E-Verify. Global Candidate Privacy Notice
PURPOSE: Consistent with company and department objectives and goals, responsible for the supervision, guidance and activities of sales force in a specified region including sales, training, incentives and discipline. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary responsibility is to direct work of others in the accomplishment of assigned work. Hires and trains sales personnel; evaluate progress and results. Plans and manages the sales effort and activities for the region with the aid of sales personnel. Prepares regular and special reports reflecting region activities and results; customer responses and complaints. Keeps informed of competitors and activities through review of information from the field or from other sources; communicates results to management. Provides ongoing supervision of sales staff including goal setting, strategy and motivation to perform. Coordinates the sales efforts with other company departments or units in working toward individual objectives and regional objectives and common goals of the company. Coordinate sales effort with other departments and units to develop and implement ongoing market efforts. Ensures sales staff adheres to company policies and procedures. Increases sales volume through direct sales efforts with customers base and by assisting sales representatives in the field. Provides continual communication to sales staff form the company including pricing, trends, policies and procedures. Solves problems faced in the field, monitor promotional budgets and allocate to sales staff; establish working relationship with customer base. Advises sales representatives of company sales promotional programs and counsels regarding their follow up in the field. Helps conduct regional/national sales meetings and informs the sales force of new development in products and policies. Responsible for the recruitment, training and development of sales staff in specified territory Markets or Products: Responsibility for research, identifying new market opportunities and advertising techniques: Participates in the determination of district market potential and other projects related to sales/sales acceptability and trends from the field and industry sources. Responsibility for spending, investing, controlling MDF etc. Responsible for submitting budgeted expenses and sales for their Region. Responsibility for developing or improving methods; manufacturing, marketing, personnel, etc. Assists sales support/market staff members in activities such as sales promotions, merchandising product development or market research in planning and executing special projects. Performs other related duties and assignments as required EDUCATION, TRAINING, PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: Bachelors’ Degree in Business or Marketing or related field of study preferred 5-10 years’ experience in a related field Flexibility in days and hours available for scheduled work; including weekends Approximately 50% travel Excellent communication skills Detail oriented and organized Management experience preferred KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS Outstanding communication skills. Organization & Time Management Skills Technical skills (SAP, Excel, Flux, computers, etc.) Performs other related duties and assignments as required. The above Essential Duties & Responsibilities list includes those duties and responsibilities for which the position exists and which must be satisfactorily performed in order to be successful in the position. However, the job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Please note: adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. adidas offers robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage. Employees are able to enroll in adidas’ 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match. Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Employees are eligible to earn sales incentive bonuses. Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, eleven paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years. The anticipated low and high end of the base pay range for this position is $150,000-$180,000. Actual salary will be based on various factors, such as a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills and competencies, and proficiency for the role. At adidas we offer a Hybrid work policy which requires attendance in the office Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday each week. For work requiring a high degree of collaboration or an in-person presentation, in-office attendance is required even on Friday. The working location of this position is Carlsbad, CA but open to candidates located in the Western Region (OR, WA, CA, ID, UT, NV, AZ, NM, CO, WY, MT, ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, or MO) with strong preference for the candidate to be based in our Carlsbad office. Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English. AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR. COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need.. OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through. INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things. TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset. INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards. RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all. AT ADIDAS, WE STRONGLY BELIEVE THAT EMBEDDING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) INTO OUR CULTURE AND TALENT PROCESSES GIVES OUR EMPLOYEES A SENSE OF BELONGING AND OUR BRAND A REAL COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE. – CULTURE STARTS WITH PEOPLE, IT STARTS WITH YOU – BY RECRUITING TALENT AND DEVELOPING OUR PEOPLE TO REFLECT THE RICH DIVERSITY OF OUR CONSUMERS AND COMMUNITIES, WE FOSTER A CULTURE OF INCLUSION THAT ENGAGES OUR EMPLOYEES AND AUTHENTICALLY CONNECTS OUR BRAND WITH OUR CONSUMERS. JOB TITLE: Senior Sales Manager - Golf BRAND: LOCATION: Carlsbad TEAM: Sales STATE: CA COUNTRY/REGION: US CONTRACT TYPE: Full time NUMBER: 546100 DATE: Jun 12, 2026