Richard Topacio

About Richard Topacio

I work at the intersection of product creation, data, and operations within the apparel and consumer products space. My background spans mechanical engineering, product costing, and product operations, with experience supporting global product development teams at brands like Nike and TaylorMade.I began my career in hands-on engineering and quality roles at Nike’s Air MI manufacturing facility, working closely with manufacturing engineers, tooling teams, and innovation partners. Over time, I transitioned into product cost and operations roles at Nike WHQ, where I supported global apparel, accessory, and packaging materials, managed large spend portfolios, and partnered with technical and analytics teams to improve costing and product data tools.In my current role at TaylorMade Golf, I oversee product costing across the golf ball portfolio, partnering closely with Product Development, Engineering, and Sourcing teams. My work focuses on ensuring accurate BOMs, material attributes, and costing data across the product lifecycle, supporting alignment with downstream ERP and reporting systems. I care deeply about data accuracy, scalability, and enabling teams to make informed decisions faster.What motivates me most is working on tangible consumer products that people actually use and enjoy. Whether it’s apparel, footwear, or sports equipment, I take pride in supporting products that are relatable, thoughtfully built, and connected to real consumer experiences. I’m especially interested in roles centered on product operations, PLM, and cross-functional enablement within consumer-focused organizations.

Experience

1. Program Manager Product Cost

   TaylorMade Golf Company

   Jun 2024 — Present · Carlsbad, CA, US

   I oversee global product costing for TaylorMade’s golf ball portfolio, partnering closely with Product Development, Engineering, and Sourcing teams. My role focuses on ensuring accurate BOMs, material attributes, and costing data across the product lifecycle to support clean alignment with downstream ERP and reporting systems.I work cross-functionally to identify cost optimization opportunities, support supplier negotiations, and improve data accuracy and visibility. Much of my work centers on translating complex product and cost data into actionable insights that enable teams to make faster, more informed decisions while maintaining scalability and data integrity.

Education

• California State University-Fullerton

  Bachelor’s Degree

  2007 — 2013

Skills

• Communication
• Management
• Matlab
• Leadership
• Microsoft Word
• Plc
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Solidworks
• Project Management
• Customer Service
• Process Control
• Engineering
• Time Management
• Scada
• Manufacturing
• Powerpoint
• Process Automation
• Computer-Aided Design (Cad)
• Autocad
• Automation