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Associate Manager/ Manager, Global Commercial Services and Marketing Procurement

Colgate-Palmolive

Piscataway, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$109,600–$155,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Animal Nutrition, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Administration, Business Services, Category Management, Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Compensation Analysis, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Consumer Goods and Services, Consumer Packaged Goods, Continuous Improvement, Contract Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Diversity, Emerging Technology, Expense Analysis, Expense Management, Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Literacy, Home Care, Industry/Trade Analysis, Leadership, Legal, Licensing, Market Research, Market Share, Marketing, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Personal Care, Predictive Modeling, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Software, Product Lifecycle, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Risk Management, Scorecarding, Skin Care, Sourcing Strategy, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Technical/Engineering Design, Total Cost of Ownership, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Diversity
LOCATION
Piscataway, NJ
POSTED
3 days ago
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country

Job Number #173300 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States


Who We Are


Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!


Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.


As the Manager/Associate Manager, Global Commercial Services and Marketing Procurement, you will be a key architect in executing our global strategy for sourcing the capabilities that shape how we listen to and engage with consumers worldwide. You will provide best-in-class sourcing decisions across multiple commercial services spend categories, ensuring our investments deliver powerful and sustainable competitive advantage.You will act as a centralizing force for strategic cohesion across diverse business segments, including Oral Care, Personal Care, Skin Care, Home Care, and Pet Nutrition. By implementing integrated sourcing strategies, you will leverage our global scale to maximize value while respecting critical local cultural nuances.


Responsibilities:


Strategic Sourcing & Category Management


+ Execute comprehensive global sourcing strategies for a multi-million-dollar spend portfolio, including, but not limited to Insights and Analytics, Character Licensing, Communication Agencies, and other strategic business services.

+ Personally lead and execute negotiations with global data providers, licensing partners, and specialized marketing agencies.

+ Move beyond price-based discussions to secure complex agreements that drive innovation, risk management, transparency, and long-term strategic value.

+ Establish and govern a rigorous Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program using KPIs and performance scorecards to ensure continuous improvement from strategic partners.


Innovation & Technology Integration


+ Stay ahead of industry trends by evaluating emerging technologies and disruptive platforms within the insights space.

+ Support the strategic roadmap for integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics into the spend managed lifecycle, including predictive spend analysis and automated contract evaluation.

+ Champion the adoption of key procurement tools to ensure the team is data-driven and digitally fluent.


Stakeholder Partnership & Influence


+ Cultivate trust-based relationships with senior leaders in the different Global Commercial, Legal and Finance organizations.

+ Act as a strategic advisor to internal business partners, providing expert counsel on market dynamics and innovative commercial models.

+ Lead cross-functional teams to design and implement high-impact cost-saving and value-creation initiatives.


Deliver Financials


+ Assume ownership for delivering annual efficiency and effectiveness targets, including cost savings and cost exposure mitigation.

+ Utilize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analyses to ensure sourcing decisions are grounded in rigorous data.

+ Provide accurate reporting on procurement performance and market intelligence to leadership.


Required Qualifications:


+ Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field.

+ 6+ years of progressive strategic sourcing experience with a focus on business services or indirect procurement.

+ Specific experience in global insights, consumer market research, or licensing categories within a CPG or fast-paced industry.

+ Proven track record of leading complex negotiations with global suppliers, incorporating value-based discussions and creative problem-solving.

+ Experience leveraging procurement technologies and understanding how to apply AI and predictive analytics to drive execution.

+ Strong financial literacy with the ability to analyze complex agency compensation models and negotiate intricate commercial contracts.


Preferred Qualifications:


+ MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPSM)

+ Lead with empathy and integrity, acting as a supportive mentor to your partners.

+ Seek out diverse viewpoints and champion supplier inclusion.

+ Challenge the status quo and propose new operating models to maximize efficiency.


Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $109,600.00 - $155,000.00 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.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.


Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxk_eF4utznQoVHlxmL9jVFJbOkM4Oe5CAdKOg-h9EPdLfg/viewform) should you require accommodation.


For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here (https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/content/dam/cp-sites/corporate/corporate/en_us/corp/locale-assets/pdf/colgate-terms-and-conditions-2023.pdf) .


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About the Company

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Colgate-Palmolive

The small soap and candle business that William Colgate began in New York City early in the 19th century is now, more than 200 years later, a truly global company serving hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide. Throughout this history, Colgate people and Colgate values have been at the heart of our success. Today, Colgate focuses on four core businesses Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate now sells its products in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
WEBSITE
https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us