What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Product Developer position at Acushnet Company and Careers?
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
The Associate Product Developer supports the full lifecycle of FootJoy golf gloves—from market research and product specification to global SMU management and commercialization. This role collaborates closely with the FootJoy Thailand glove factory and third‑party suppliers to drive continuous innovation and development. Key responsibilities include managing the glove PLM/spec database, coordinating samples and prototypes, and leading product research and testing to validate new market opportunities. The Associate Product Developer also partners with sourcing, costing, and imports teams to meet financial targets and ensure on-time product launches, reinforcing FootJoy’s position as the #1 glove in golf.
Primary Responsibilities
Support the development, design, and end-to-end lifecycle management of FootJoy gloves, including PLM/PLC setup and commercialization timelines.
Lead product launch execution, including sample management, photoshoots, packaging copy, marketing support, and go‑to‑market coordination.
Conduct and support research testing with R&D, including methodology development, trend analysis, and application of insights to product development.
Manage global SMU programs, track project progress, maintain reporting, and ensure alignment across design, product management, suppliers, manufacturing, sales, and marketing.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Minimum of 1 year of professional experience preferred.
- Knowledge of the golf industry and/or experience with golf gear strongly preferred.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing techniques, processes, and materials (textiles, leathers, synthetics, plastics).
- Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platforms and databases.
- Ability to identify product opportunities and apply foundational product development skills to golf gloves.
- Willingness to travel to international manufacturing sites approximately 1–2 times per year.
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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.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join us at Acushnet Company and be part of a team that values excellence and innovation.
1.) Tell me about a time you supported the development of a product from concept through commercialization. How did you collaborate with cross‑functional partners such as design, sourcing, or manufacturing, and what challenges did you encounter during the process?
2.) Describe a situation where you identified an opportunity in the market and used research or testing to validate your idea. What was your approach, and how did your findings influence product decisions?
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.
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