Colgate Palmolive

People Business Partner

Colgate Palmolive • $97K — $115K *
Phoenix, AZ 85032In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a warehouse or distribution center
  • Fluency in written and spoken Spanish
  • Proficiency in HR tech and Google tools, especially Google Sheets

Responsibilities

  • Advise managers on leadership and performance management
  • Drive headcount planning and manage contingent labor strategy
  • Act as the escalation point for employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Oversee execution of HR operations including payroll and onboarding
  • Champion site safety programs and manage compliance with labor laws
  • Utilize DC metrics to diagnose and address organizational challenges
  • Collaborate with HR team to implement HR initiatives suited for a fast-paced environment.

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 by role and location
Full Job Description
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #174556 - Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Role Summary:

As the People Business Partner for CP Skin Health, you will be the lead HR presence and a key leadership team member at our Distribution Center. This is a hands-on role where you will balance daily HR operations with big-picture staffing and retention strategies. You will partner directly with DC managers and warehouse employees to resolve employee relations issues, ensure policy compliance, and build a positive, productive culture on the floor. The right candidate isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves to tackle day-to-day warehouse HR needs while keeping us aligned with employment laws and company growth goals.

This role is on-site at the Distribution Center 4 days per week, and at the Corporate Office in Scottsdale, AZ, 1 day per week. Bilingual English/Spanish is required to effectively support our frontline teams.

How You Will Make An Impact:

  • Leadership Coaching & Performance: Advise and train floor supervisors and managers on effective leadership. Guide them through performance management, corrective actions, proper documentation, and handling difficult conversations.
  • Strategic Staffing & Contingent Labor: Drive site-wide headcount planning and manage the contingent workforce strategy. Oversee temp agency vendor relationships, align temporary staffing levels with production volume, and manage the temp-to-permanent conversion pipeline.
  • Employee Relations & Positive Floor Culture: Serve as the trusted escalation point for complex employee relations. Conduct investigations, resolve floor conflicts, and proactively build an inclusive environment where frontline employees feel supported and valued.
  • Operational HR Oversight: Ensure the flawless execution of site-level HR operations. Provide strategic oversight on bi-weekly payroll integration/timecards, FMLA and medical leave administration, and comprehensive onboarding/offboarding programs.
  • Compliance & Risk Management: Partner closely with Operations to champion site safety programs and manage workers' compensation processes. Develop, update, and implement localized site policies, employee handbooks, and job descriptions to ensure strict compliance with federal and state labor laws.
  • Data-Driven Interventions: Leverage real DC metrics-such as turnover, absenteeism, time-to-fill, and safety incidents-to diagnose organizational challenges, implement targeted training, and drive continuous improvement on the floor.
  • Corporate Alignment & Change Management: Partner with the broader HR team to successfully roll out company-wide HR initiatives in a way that makes sense for a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Required Qualifications:
    Bachelor's Degree
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive human resources experience, with a focus on business partnership - ideally in a warehouse or distribution center facility.
  • Written and verbal fluency in Spanish
  • Technical proficiency in HR technology platforms and Google tools, particularly Google Sheets for complex organization projects and analytics

Preferred Qualifications:
    Strong business acumen with the ability to negotiate and influence senior stakeholders and "courage to challenge" leaders when necessary.
  • Comfort navigating ambiguity and leading through change in a fast-moving, matrixed environment.
  • Proven experience working across a complex, matrixed organization with a clear global perspective
  • Demonstrated experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini to enhance strategic HR delivery, improve operational efficiency, and drive data-informed solutions.


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $97,000.00 - $115,000.00 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.

Innovate and Grow

Join a company renowned for innovation and set your career on a trajectory of growth and discovery. Colgate-Palmolive is the perfect place to challenge your skills and expand your horizons. Here, innovation isn't just another buzzword—it's a practical part of how we approach solutions and processes to improve the lives of our consumers.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our culture is all about collaboration and teamwork. At Colgate-Palmolive, you’ll work alongside professionals who are leaders in their fields, united by a common goal to make every day better for people around the globe. Our team is supported by robust diversity training programs that enhance understanding and drive innovation.

Future-Proof Your Career

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.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

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.

Networking and Professional Development

At Colgate-Palmolive, career growth is complemented by opportunities for networking and professional development. Engage with leaders and peers at all levels and take advantage of our comprehensive benefits and programs designed to enhance your life both inside and outside of work.

Prepare for Your Interview

Ready to join us? Polish your resume, prepare for your interview, and show us why you are a perfect fit for our team. At Colgate-Palmolive, we value a straightforward and insightful interview process that seeks out individuals eager to contribute and grow.

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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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