Colgate Palmolive

Senior People Business Partner

Colgate Palmolive$145K — $175K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience with a proven track record in strategic business partnership
  • Ability to navigate matrix organizations
  • Demonstrated ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders and influence decisions through data, insights, and sound judgment
  • Technical proficiency in HR technology, compensation execution, and advanced Google Workspace
  • Experience using AI tools to enhance HR strategy and operational efficiency

Responsibilities

  • Lead culture enablement and people initiatives to motivate and inspire frontline workers
  • Partner with senior leaders to design and execute workforce strategies
  • Lead complex organization design projects and large-scale change management initiatives
  • Drive succession planning and talent development for leadership pipeline
  • Leverage advanced analytics and AI tools to forecast attrition and identify capability gaps
  • Scale transformative enablers focusing on leadership development and team effectiveness
  • Optimize People program delivery by integrating digital solutions and AI

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
  • Paid parental leave and disability coverage
  • Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
  • Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave adjusted based on role and location
  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment
Full Job Description
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #175780 - Hodges, South Carolina, United States

As a Senior People Business Partner, you will help define and drive the talent agenda for the Greenwood Personal Care Manufacturing Plant, partnering directly with senior leadership to drive business priorities, organizational effectiveness, and shape the future of the business and workforce. Reporting to the People Business Partner Director, you will serve as a trusted partner for Greenwood to influence growth and team performance. You will have the unique opportunity to drive large-scale organizational design and change management initiatives that shape the future of our global workforce.

Responsibilities
  • Frontline worker engagement: Lead culture enablement and people initiatives to motivate and inspire frontline workers to achieve organizational goals.
  • Strategic Advisory: Partner with senior leaders to design and execute workforce strategies that align with long-term business priorities;
  • Organizational Design: Lead complex organization design projects and large-scale change management initiatives that enhance agility and performance;color:black">Talent & Succession: Drive succession planning and talent development to strengthen the leadership pipeline and ensure future-readiness;color:black">Data-Driven Insights: Leverage advanced analytics and AI tools to forecast attrition, identify capability gaps, and deliver measurable business outcomes;color:black">Culture & Capability: Scale transformative enablers, focusing on leadership development, team effectiveness, and culture transformation;color:black">Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Global Centers of Excellence (CoEs) to ensure global People programs resonate locally and drive engagement;color:black">Operational Improvement: Optimize People program delivery by integrating digital solutions and AI to enhance efficiency and strategic impact.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience with a proven track record in strategic business partnership
  • Ability to navigate matrix organizations
  • Demonstrated ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders and influence decisions through data, insights, and sound judgment
  • Technical proficiency in HR technology, compensation execution, and advanced Google Workspace
  • Experience using AI tools to enhance HR strategy and operational efficiency


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience leading HR initiates for a frontline population in a manufacturing environment
  • Advanced degree or professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR)
  • Prior experience in CPG or FMCG sectors
  • Experience in people management or leading cross-functional project teams
  • Experience in another division or global function demonstrating enterprise mindset perspective
  • Demonstrated ability to act as a consultative problem-solver with the "courage to challenge" and comfort navigating high-ambiguity environments


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $145,000.00 - $175,000.00 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.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people-developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

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