Commercial Strategy & Planning Manager
Commercial Strategy & Planning Manager
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$ 133000 - 150000
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Job Description
No Relocation Assistance Offered
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 valuesCaring Inclusive and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together lets build a brighter healthier future for all.
were 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 youll 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. Youll partner with the broader customer development team to create innovative opportunities for our retailers. As this role works across multiple hello functions youll 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).
Youll apply data and insights to explore new opportunities and to knock out those day-to-day business situations. Youll 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 youll 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
Bachelors 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
- Masters 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 $133000.00 - $150000.00 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 employees 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 peopledeveloping 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 should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions please click here.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
