Colgate Palmolive

Product Manager - Education Applications

Colgate Palmolive$109K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, educational technology, or related field.
  • 5+ years in IT, Digital Product Management, or EdTech.
  • Experience with full-lifecycle software implementations and cloud-based platforms.
  • Strong understanding of data compliance and learner data privacy.

Responsibilities

  • Function as the subject matter expert for LMS and Education Application ecosystems.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications for deployment.
  • Lead integration of LMS with existing enterprise systems such as CRMs and CDPs.
  • Suggest optimizations for learning engagement and automation tools.
  • Provide leadership on educational data quality and reporting requirements.
  • Manage project timelines for regional rollouts and platform upgrades.
  • Partner with stakeholders to ensure clarity of scope and manage migration schedules.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid parental leave and disability coverage.
  • Participation in the 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 #175854 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

We are excited to invite applications to join the Professional Engagement group within our Global Information Technology Organization (GIT) as an IT Product Manager supporting our Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Education Applications. You will join an agile team dedicated to modernizing Colgate-Palmolive's professional education and training operations by implementing a single, unified global learning ecosystem that delivers best-in-class educational experiences to our professionals, partners, and stakeholders.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to help realize our vision of a future-ready foundation for digital education and professional engagement. The successful candidate will leverage enterprise LMS platforms and educational technologies to mitigate technology risk, reduce operational complexity, and empower our global teams with modern tools to scale learning outcomes. This role involves close partnership with Global Professional Engagement, Commercial, and Product teams to deploy best-in-class technology, including interactive learning modules, GenAI-driven training assistants, and advanced educational analytics.

This position is based out of the Piscataway, NJ location. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

What you'll do
  • Platform Implementation & Management: Function as the subject matter expert for the global LMS and Education Application ecosystem, ensuring the sound build, configuration, and continuous enhancement of our learning platforms across markets.
  • Technical Requirements Translation: Translate business and curriculum requirements for professional education into technical specifications for seamless configuration and deployment by GIT.
  • Global Ecosystem Integration: Partner with Professional Engagement and Brand Marketing teams to define use cases for educational content delivery and lead the integration of the LMS with existing enterprise systems (e.g., CRMs, CDPs, and Content Management Platforms).
  • AI & Innovation Leadership: Proactively suggest optimizations to improve learning engagement and automation adoption, specifically exploring the deployment of GenAI study assistants, personalized learning paths, and automated grading/certification tools.
  • Data Strategy & Analytics: Provide leadership on educational data quality, reporting, and requirements, ensuring sound tracking of professional certifications, course completions, and engagement metrics within global data repositories.
  • Project Lifecycle Management: Manage project timelines and critical path items for staggered regional rollouts and platform upgrades, ensuring all key milestones-from discovery and content scoping to UAT and global production push-are met.
  • Stakeholder Partnership: Partner with key stakeholders across regional professional teams to ensure clarity of scope, manage training content migration schedules, and align platform releases with commercial cycles.
  • Technical Guidance: Support the evolution of the education technology roadmap by providing input on third-party learning integrations, SCORM/xAPI compliance standards, and maintaining a holistic view of the professional learner data model.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, educational technology, engineering, analytics, or equivalent relevant field.
  • 5+ years professional experience working in Information Technology, Digital Product Management, or EdTech.
  • Experience leading large, full-lifecycle software implementations and/or deploying integrated, cloud-based enterprise platforms.
  • Strong understanding of data management technologies, including data compliance, learner data privacy, and enterprise cloud ecosystems.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Hands-on experience implementing or managing enterprise-grade Learning Management Systems (e.g., Docebo, Cornerstone, SAP Litmos, or Canvas) and handling SCORM, AICC, or xAPI (Tin Can) content package standards.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage numerous global assignments and cross-functional dependencies simultaneously.
  • Clear, concise, and business-friendly communication skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity in curriculum/business requirements and technology options.
  • Experience integrating education applications with CRM tools (like Salesforce) and Customer Data Platforms (CDP).
  • Familiarity with digital content delivery systems, asset management workflows (e.g., Adobe Experience Manager), and API technical documentation.
  • Experience working in an Agile/SCRUM environment to provide input into estimating, sprint planning, and executing digital product features.
  • Strong understanding of global privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) and their specific impacts on professional data management and user tracking.


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $109,000.00 - $150,000.00 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.

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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
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1806
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$16.4 billion
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