Colgate Palmolive

Sr Manager, Project Management ( CPG/Pharma/Food)

Colgate Palmolive$124K — $174K *
Food & Beverages
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 8+ years managing complex, cross-functional projects.
  • Experience in CPG, Pharmaceutical, or Food industry.
  • Advanced skills in Smartsheet/Microsoft Project and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

  • Define project strategy in collaboration with senior leadership.
  • Develop and manage project timelines and critical paths.
  • Lead cross-functional teams and hold stakeholders accountable.
  • Serve as primary contact for executive governance and updates.
  • Standardize project management methodologies and mentor team members.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Basic life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Paid parental leave and 401(k) with company matching.
  • Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays.
  • Employee sick leave adjusted per local laws.
Full Job Description
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #175718 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

We are looking for a Project Manager to own the execution of key growth initiatives within our global organization. You will lead three to four concurrent, highly complex, cross-functional projects from inception through commercialization. You will influence strategic alignment across matrixed teams, ensuring that projects meet critical timing, cost, and deliverable milestones. Beyond day-to-day execution, you will champion project management excellence by developing standardized global tools, delivering training frameworks, and informally mentoring team members across the broader organization.

Responsibilities:
  • Define Project Strategy & Initiation: Partner with senior leadership and key stakeholders to define project scope, establish comprehensive project charters and secure executive sponsorship for complex, multi-divisional growth initiatives.
  • Drive Timeline & Critical Path Execution: Develop, integrate, and actively manage master project timelines across functions, defining the critical path and proactively identifying, communicating, and mitigating long-lead risks to protect timelines.
  • Deliver Cross-Functional Execution & Accountability: Chair action-oriented team meetings and leverage advanced collaboration technologies to streamline workflows. Lead and hold accountable subject matter experts across R&D, Commercial, Supply Chain, Packaging, Finance, Quality, Engineering, Legal, and Regulatory teams to ensure seamless execution of work plans.
  • Lead Executive Governance & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary interface to senior and functional leadership, providing transparent, data-driven updates, facilitating timely decision-making, and conducting periodic project milestone reviews.
  • Build Organizational Capability & Operational Excellence: Collaborate with global partners to standardize project management methodologies, develop and implement formal training tools, mentor team members, drive continuous improvement from post-launch learnings and identify emerging industry trends and tools to elevate our project management framework.


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 8+ years of professional experience with a proven track record of managing multiple complex, cross-functional projects simultaneously.
  • Experience in the CPG, Pharmaceutical or Food industry.
  • Advanced technical proficiency in Smartsheet/Microsoft Project, and Google Workspace (Sheets, Slides, Docs).


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proven ability to lead, influence, and navigate multi-functional barriers without direct authority in a highly matrixed, global CPG environment.
  • Professional Project Management Certification and/or a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
  • Strong data-driven decision-making capabilities alongside exceptional communication and continuous improvement methodologies.


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.

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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