Colgate Palmolive

People Experience Partner - Global Functions

Colgate Palmolive$109K — $137K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years of HR or business experience
  • Experience in continuous improvement of HR programs
  • Skills in data analysis for HR insights
  • Ability to navigate complex, fast-paced organizations
  • Proven stakeholder management across HR functions

Responsibilities

  • Manage execution of Global People programs like performance management and talent planning
  • Collaborate with COEs to implement regional global HR initiatives
  • Enhance employee lifecycle experiences in onboarding and career transitions
  • Coach managers on performance management and leadership
  • Resolve employee relations issues with legal and business input
  • Partner on compliance investigations to foster inclusivity
  • Use data analytics to identify HR trends and solutions
  • Drive operational improvements with AI and digital tools

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Paid parental leave and disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave adjusted per local laws
Full Job Description
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #175931 - New York, New York, United States

As a member of the People Experience team, you will be the heartbeat of the employee journey, owning the local execution of Global People programs and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can perform at their best and reach their full potential. You will be the primary partner for employees and managers in the Global Finance, Global Legal and Global Information Technology, translating HR policies into practical solutions and driving operational excellence across the region. This is a unique opportunity for you to gain broad exposure across diverse businesses while influencing the growth and development of our global workforce.

Responsibilities:

  • Managing the execution of critical Global People programs, including performance management, talent planning, learning & development and compensation, in close partnership with People Business Partners and Center of Excellence teams
  • Closely partnering with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to implement new global programs in the context of the business and region
  • Ensuring high quality experience around the "moments that matter" within the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and key career transitions
  • Coaching and advising managers on employee relations, performance management, career development, and leadership capabilities to elevate team performance and engagement
  • Managing employee relations cases applying sound judgment and conflict resolution with Legal and business stakeholders
  • Partnering with Ethics & Compliance on investigations to maintain a positive and inclusive work environment
  • Utilizing data analytics and organizational diagnostics to identify trends and translate insights into actionable solutions for the business
  • Driving continuous improvement by identifying and diagnosing operational bottlenecks, developing and managing the implementation of solutions, and leveraging AI and digital tools to optimize HR service delivery
  • Providing on-the-ground-feedback and insights to People Business Partners, CoE, and CBS- ensuring the broader People function remains connected to what is happening across the organization
  • Managing key components of agile Global People projects and initiatives

Required Qualifications:
    Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant human resources or business experience
  • Experience with driving continuous improvement, including identifying gaps, developing and implementing solutions for HR programs and initiatives
  • Experience leveraging data to identify patterns, to diagnose HR issues, and to make informed decisions
  • Demonstrated experience in navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and managing multiple HR initiatives with high detail orientation
  • Demonstrated proficiency in managing stakeholders across the HR function or across multiple functions
  • Demonstrated ownership in managing competing priorities and timelines to accomplish overlapping activities

Preferred Qualifications:
    Advanced degree or professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)
  • Experience in the CPG or FMCG industry implementing scalable HR processes and global programs within a multi-national environment
  • Strong coaching and advisory skills with a proven ability to influence manager development and team performance
  • Advanced emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills to manage complex employee relations
  • Demonstrated experience in leading through change in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and managing multiple HR initiatives with high detail orientation
  • Proven proficiency in leveraging AI, data analytics, and HR technologies (e.g., self-service portals) to drive insights and workflow optimization
  • Comfort operating with autonomy and taking initiative in ambiguous, fast-moving environments- knowing when to escalate and when to resolve

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis and must not require the Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $109,000.00 - $137,000.00 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.

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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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Learn more about Colgate Palmolive
Size
33,800 employees
Market Cap
$66.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1806
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$16.4 billion
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