Colgate Palmolive

Manager/Sr. Manager, Sourcing

Colgate Palmolive • $124K — $174K *
Piscataway, NJ 08854In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field
  • 8+ years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Financial, or Marketing experience
  • Experience in running RFIs and RFPs with strong data analysis skills
  • Understanding of raw/packaging materials with SAP systems knowledge
  • Advanced degree (MBA) or professional certification (CPM, CPIM, or Project Management) preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop strong material strategies that consider market dynamics and risk management
  • Implement strategies to maintain supplier relationships aligned with business directions
  • Document and analyze divisional market structure for materials
  • Negotiate contracts for key materials and develop cost models
  • Maintain supplier relationships to mitigate service and quality issues
  • Lead strategic business relationships to align sourcing strategies with business needs
  • Collaborate with various functions to implement Procurement policies and manage compliance
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers for cost savings
  • Conduct Holistic Risk Assessments and support Responsible Sourcing Initiatives
  • Prepare budgets using commodity market insights

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic life insurance and disability coverage
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
  • Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave adjusted according to local laws
  • Participation in discretionary bonuses and profit-sharing programs
Full Job Description
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #174132 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

The Manager/Senior Manager of Procurement, Packaging will:

  • Develop strong material strategies encompassing market dynamics, holistic risk management, capacity planning, segmentation, sustainability, and cost efficiencies
  • Implement outstanding strategies and maintain relationships and alliances with current suppliers so that they are in tune with developments and directions in Colgate business units.
  • Ensures the development of documented understanding of divisional market structure and drivers for materials and identifies opportunities and threats for the future
  • Develops and negotiates contracts for key materials and cost model development partnering with legal team
  • Maintain strong supplier relationships to proactively mitigate possible service and/or quality issues acting as an escalation partner for Procurement Operational team
  • Identifying, developing, and leading strategic business relationships, internally and externally, to ensure the alignment of sourcing strategies, sustainability roadmap & project implementation (including packaging needs at contract manufacturer) to meet business requirements.
  • Collaborate with suppliers, technical and other functional groups as well as CMS, Technology, Marketing and Finance functions to implement Procurement policies, resolve issues, align service and financial compliance including mold/asset management strategies
  • Leads continuous improvement programs with suppliers including savings projects
  • Support the Supplier Relationship Management program by completing a Holistic Risk Assessment and audits on suppliers and support Responsible Sourcing Initiatives
  • Responsible for budget preparation and completion using divisional/global commodity market insights
  • Ensure achievement of the Purchasing Key Performance Indicators (Customer Service, Non-Conformance, UPDT due to material shortage, Funding The Growth, Single Source Management, Supplier Diversity)


Required qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field
  • 8+ years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Financial, or Marketing related experience
  • Experience in running Requests for Information (RFIs) and Request for Proposals (RFPs) with strong data analysis skills
  • Solid understanding of planning, operation or raw/packaging materials including SAP systems and google suite tools


Preferred qualifications:
  • An advanced degree (MBA) or professional certification (CPM, CPIM, or Project Management) is desirable
  • Production plant operations or planning experience
  • Experience with developing material strategies & cost models with a deep understanding of commodity impacts
  • Working well under pressure, managing multiple priorities, dealing with ambiguity, and the willingness and ability to learn
  • Ability to work with with stakeholders and cross functional team thru relationship building using formal and informal influence with strong project management skills
  • Problem solving to ensure timely resolution of challenges & data driven decision making


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $124,000.00 - $174,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

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About Colgate Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive Company (Colgate) is a consumer products company whose products are marketed in over 200 countries and territories throughout the world. It operates in two segments: Oral, Personal and Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Oral Care business products include Colgate Total, Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief, Colgate Max Fresh, Colgate Optic White, and Colgate Luminous White toothpastes, Colgate 360° manual toothbrushes and Colgate and Colgate Plax mouth rinses. Colgate's Oral Care business also includes dental floss and pharmaceutical products for dentists and oral health professionals. Its Personal Care products also include Palmolive, Softsoap and Sanex brand shower gels, Palmolive, Irish Spring, and Protex bar soaps and Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick and Sanex deodorants and antiperspirants. It sells liquid hand soap under the Palmolive, Protex and Softsoap brands. Colgate, through its Hill's Pet Nutrition segment (Hill's), manufactures pet nutrition products for dogs and cats.

Colgate-Palmolive Careers

Join the vibrant team at Colgate-Palmolive, a global leader in oral care, personal care, and pet nutrition, where innovation, leadership, and care converge to create outstanding job opportunities. At Colgate-Palmolive, we are committed to offering more than just employment; we are dedicated to providing a platform where careers flourish and talents shine.

Work You’ll Do

At Colgate-Palmolive, every position is a chance to enhance global health and well-being. Whether you're involved in product development, marketing, finance, or technology, you'll contribute to projects that touch lives worldwide. Our team's diversity and commitment to inclusive leadership help foster an environment where new ideas and perspectives lead to dynamic solutions.

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With a multitude of career paths and job opportunities at all levels, Colgate-Palmolive empowers you to tailor your career journey. From internships to leadership roles, every career stage at Colgate-Palmolive is supported by extensive training and professional development opportunities, ensuring that your career aspirations have no limits.

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Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Colgate-Palmolive offers a range of opportunities. Explore positions that match your skills and interests through our job portal. We are continuously hiring and looking for curious, creative, and driven individuals to join our team.

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Learn more about Colgate Palmolive
Size
33,800 employees
Market Cap
$66.6 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1806
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$16.4 billion
NASDAQ
CL
* Ladders Estimates

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