Sr. IT Analyst, Manufacturing & RDE

Sr. Enterprise Applications Analyst, RDE & Manufacturing

The Sr. Enterprise Applications Analyst, RDE & Manufacturing owns the health and evolution of TaylorMade's custom MES and RD&E application platforms across global operations. This role translates product development and manufacturing business needs into scalable system solutions, partnering with RD&E, Operations, and Supply Chain to keep platforms aligned with production and innovation goals. Reports to the Senior Manager, Enterprise Applications.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain RD&E and manufacturing application modules, including custom MES system settings, user access controls, workflow definitions, and integration parameters.
• Deliver end-to-end support across product development and manufacturing processes, spanning requirements intake through production execution and system-of-record updates.
• Gather and document business requirements using structured analysis methodology; translate into functional specifications for technical development teams.
• Analyze current-state processes, quantify gaps, and design solutions across MES, PLM, and ERP platforms that deliver measurable efficiency gains.
• Develop and execute test plans for functional, SIT, and regression scenarios; perform root cause analysis on production defects.
• Manage small to medium projects end-to-end, including timelines, stakeholder communication, change management, and training coordination.
• Create and maintain functional design documents, configuration workbooks, and end-user training materials for RD&E and manufacturing user communities.
• Identify opportunities where AI, automation, and analytics could add measurable value across RD&E and manufacturing operations.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

• Deep functional knowledge of manufacturing and RD&E operations, with a track record of quantifiable process improvements.
• Hands-on experience supporting or implementing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), PLM platforms, or ERP-adjacent manufacturing modules.
• Functional understanding of MES-to-ERP integration architecture and end-to-end manufacturing data flows.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences and collaborate across IT and business teams.
• Working knowledge of AI-enabled tools and their responsible use in daily work.

Education, Work Experience, and Professional Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 8+ years of IT experience in enterprise application implementation and support.
• 5+ years supporting manufacturing or RD&E systems in a global operations environment.
• SQL or scripting experience preferred; exposure to IoT or industrial automation platforms a plus.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

• Normal office conditions with extensive computer and phone usage.
• Ability to work extended hours as necessary.
• Able to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption.
• Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials.
• Frequent travel may be required.

TaylorMade is a performance driven organization and our total rewards approach to compensation is designed to support this. We consider many factors in determining base compensation, including position scope, job related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and work location. The expected annual base pay range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000. Additional benefits, such as health & wellness, performance bonuses, product discounts, holidays, paid time off, etc. may also be offered in accordance with our plans.

TaylorMade Golf Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.