ABOUT THE BRAND:
Callaway Golf is the leading manufacturer of premium golf clubs, balls, performance gear and accessories worldwide. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, we push the limits of performance and create demonstrably superior products designed to make every golfer a better golfer.
Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to move the game forward, and we want top-notch people to join us in that mission!
By joining Callaway Golf, 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 visithttps://www.topgolfcallawaybrands.com
Manager, Product Strategy and Category Management- Pickleball
Location: HQ Carlsbad
About the Role:
Callaway Golf is ready to bring its innovation and performance-driven DNA to a new arena: pickleball. We're looking for a passionate, experienced, and entrepreneurial Manager of Product Strategy & Category Management to help lead our entry into the rapidly growing pickleball paddle market. This is a rare opportunity to build a new category from the ground up combining your love of the game with deep experience in product creation and go-to-market excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategic development of Callaway’s pickleball paddle category from white space analysis through commercialization.
- Drive product roadmaps and innovation strategy based on consumer insights, competitive benchmarking, and performance testing.
- Collaborate with R&D, design, and sourcing teams to shape paddle construction, materials, and aesthetics that reflect Callaway’s DSPD approach to products.
- Own go-to-market planning, including positioning, packaging, pricing, channel strategy, and launch execution.
- Partner closely with marketing, sales, and athlete/ambassador teams to build energy and credibility in the sport.
- Analyze category performance and consumer trends to guide ongoing product evolution and portfolio strategy.
Qualifications:
- Passionate pickleball player (recreational or competitive
- 3+ years of experience (preferred) in product strategy, category management, or product marketing. Preferably in sporting goods or performance-driven consumer products.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and launch innovative, successful products.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate in ambiguity and build something from scratch.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with a deep consumer-first approach.
- Experience in paddle sports (tennis, padel, pickleball, etc.)
- Previous experience launching a new product category or brand (preferred)
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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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96,200.00 - 120,250.00 - 144,300.00 USD Annual
