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Job Number #167792 - Montclair, 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.

we’re on a mission to make the world a friendlier place, starting with your mouth. hello is a new kind of naturally friendly™ personal care, created by a small, entrepreneurial crew using thoughtful ingredients so delicious you’ll rush to brush. for reals.

the job

As the **commercial strategy & planning manager** , you will contribute to the national strategy to improve sales results, market share and financial return. You’ll partner with the broader customer development team to create innovative opportunities for our retailers. As this role works across multiple hello functions, you’ll tap into those strong collaboration skills and your attention to detail to ensure the efficient and effective execution of the hello brand and retail strategies. Your organization and prioritization skills will be key as you work across a wide number of projects including long lead planning oversight, 5P management, and monthly sales and operations forecasting (just to name a few).

You’ll apply data and insights to explore new opportunities and to knock out those day-to-day business situations. You’ll develop deep insights, communicate meaningful recommendations to continue building shared growth.

In a nutshell, this job is meaty If you are hungry for full commercial experience on a super agile team, this job might just be for you!

what you'll do

+ Provide thought leadership on commercial strategy, including distribution, 5P planning, and portfolio prioritization

+ Own and manage the monthly financial roll-up and SKU rationalization for the hello portfolio

+ Oversee the go-to-market (GTM) process, ensuring alignment with customer timelines and strategic priorities

+ Conduct and present product and retailer performance analyses to inform business decisions

+ Manage product transitions at the customer level, including configuration, bottle, UPC, and formula changes, as well as discontinuations and product updates

+ Support legal, supply chain, and production teams by tracking allocation, resolving bottlenecks, and prioritizing production as needed

+ Lead the execution of special projects such as gift sets, club bundles, exclusive launches, and display initiatives

+ Create and maintain master sales decks and support the execution of brand vision across all customer touchpoints

+ Collaborate closely with Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Innovation teams to ensure seamless communication and alignment on goals

+ Support pricing strategy (sell-in, SPI, innovation, and promo) and new item launches, providing robust sales forecasting and insights

+ Facilitate smooth onboarding of new team members and act as a cross-functional liaison to drive enterprise initiatives

+ Represent Commercial in business reviews, mid-year assessments, and budget planning

required qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field

+ 6+ years of experience in commercial strategy, sales planning, category management, or related CPG role

+ Proficiency with sales analytics, demand forecasting, and industry-standard tools (advanced excel is a plus)

+ Experience working with a syndicated service (Nielsen, IRI) account

preferred qualifications

+ Master's degree

+ Experience working in consumer product goods

+ Microsoft Office or Google Suite proficiency (i.e, Sheets, Slides, Docs)

+ Passion for sustainability, innovation, and challenging the status quo in consumer goods

+ Comfort with ambiguity, adaptability, and a “roll up your sleeves” attitude

+ Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying and capitalizing on growth opportunities

+ Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, with an ability to synthesize data into actionable insights

+ Excellent collaboration, communication, and influencing skills, with experience working cross-functionally

+ Skilled at managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $133,000.00 - $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.

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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