Merchandising & Retail Experience Manager (CDI)

Colgate-Palmolive Company; Paris; Hybride; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading consumer products company in Paris is seeking a Merchandising Manager to oversee the implementation of brand visuals in retail. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in merchandising, especially within cosmetics or retail sectors, and be proficient in technical drawing and 3D modeling. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a direct impact in a dynamic, transforming environment.

Prestations

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for direct impact

Commitment to inclusion and diversity

Qualifications

• Significant experience in merchandising, ideally in cosmetics or retail.
• Experience in developing stands for trade shows is essential.
• Excellent knowledge of materials and manufacturing techniques.

Responsabilités

• Lead the implementation of merchandising concepts internationally.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate deployment of new visual identity in each country.

Connaissances

Merchandising experience

Technical drawing proficiency

3D modeling skills

Fluent in English

Excellent communication skills

Outils

3D modeling software

POS development tools

Description du poste

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising 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.

The Position

As Merchandising Manager, you will be the orchestrator of our brand's visual identity in point of sale. Your main mission will be to translate the brand equity and product portfolio into a concrete reality and successfully implement it in our points of sale and professional communication spaces around the world (pharmacies, dermatologists, clinics). You will coordinate all stages, from the initial concept to the final implementation, ensuring consistency and quality of execution.

Retail (pharmacy) concept Development and implementation

Lead the implementation of our new merchandising expression across all our international points of sale (corners, podiums, and sales areas with focus on pharmacies).

Ensure the consistency of the visual and brand identity across all touchpoints.

Collaborate closely with marketing teams and key countries to transform concepts into precise execution plans.

Define KPIs for brand and business

Lead the collaborative testing of new merchandising concepts with the Consumer & Market Insights (CMI) team, translating Shopper Insights Feedback into actionable strategies for visual execution.

Drive efficiency within the End-to-End Cycle of Category Management (CatMan) by developing data-driven Shelf Planograms that align with retailer profitability goals and consumer purchasing behavior.

Spend time in the pharmacy field, work on REX, benchmark and continuous improvements.

Development the brand expression in a medical aesthetic Environment (doctors, clinics, medical congresses)

Conceptualize and implement a premium, clear, legible, and understandable brand expression specifically for doctors' offices and clinics.

Reintroduce the brand into its aesthetic and medical environment by developing tools and displays that reflect our scientific expertise and professional positioning to support healthcare professionals daily.

Develop adapted merchandising solutions for medical congresses, including the design and realization of stands that combine our new visual identity with the requirements of the professional environment.

Technical Coordination and Production

Manage relationships with suppliers and subcontractors (materials, production, etc.).

Design technical execution plans and ensure their feasibility.

Rely on technical drawing and 3D modeling skills to create precise and impactful visualizations.

Project Management and International Deployment

Coordinate the deployment of the new visual in each country, respecting deadlines and budgets.

Ensure good communication and follow-up with local teams and partners.

Be the guarantor of the quality of implementation on the ground.

Ensure continuous monitoring of sector trends, be proactive in proposing innovative, pioneering, and relevant ideas.

Manage the day-to-day operations and strategic coordination of external agencies (design, production, installation) to ensure the timely and on-budget delivery of Visual Merchandising tools, in line with brand standards.

The Profile

Experience

You have significant experience in merchandising, ideally in the cosmetics, or retail sector. Experience in developing stands for professional trade shows is essential. is a plus ?

Technical skills

You have excellent knowledge of materials and manufacturing techniques.

You master technical drawing and 3D modeling software for creating plans and visualizations.

Experience in POS development and point-of-sale animation would be a real asset.

Aptitudes

You are an excellent communicator, capable of coordinating multiple interlocutors.

You are rigorous, solution-oriented, and know how to manage complex projects from A to Z.

You are fluent in English.

Why Join Us

Join a company in full transformation where you will have a direct and visible impact on brand development. You will work on a stimulating project in a dynamic and creative environment.

Location

Paris - Colombes (as from july 2026)

Contract type

Permanent contract (CDI)

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, colour, 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.

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