Customer Development Manager Superdrug

Colgate-Palmolive Company; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer products company seeks a commercially astute leader to drive sales and profit growth through strategic partnerships. The role involves analyzing business data, developing tailored commercial plans, and collaborating with marketing teams to foster innovation.

Benefits

Learning & Development

Global Experience

Core Values of Caring and Inclusiveness

Qualifications

• Commercially astute leader with strong relationship-building skills.
• Ambitious with strategic and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales, margin, and profit targets through tailored commercial plans.
• Analyze business data to identify issues and opportunities swiftly.
• Develop multi-year strategies with engagement and tracking plans.

Skills

Strategic Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship-Building

Problem-Solving

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#167118 - Surrey, England, United Kingdom

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.

Location and Reporting

Location: Woking

Reporting to: Director, Customer Development

Why Work For Colgate Palmolive

• Learning & Development: Refine your commercial mindset and learn new skills by working closely with a cross-functional team, gaining exposure to all local market departments.
• Challenge & Variety: Operate in a fast-paced environment, impacting daily business performance with personal accountability.
• Global Experience: Work with global brands, participate in strategies, and develop your career internationally.
• Core Values: Embody Caring, Inclusiveness, and Courage in daily operations.

Job Purpose

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving sales and profit growth through strategic partnerships with Superdrug, crafting a sustainable and mutually profitable business model that fosters innovation and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve sales, margin, and profit targets through tailored commercial plans.
• Analyze business data to identify issues and opportunities swiftly.
• Present P&L models and growth opportunities to senior stakeholders.
• Understand Superdrug's strategies and consumer base to position Colgate-Palmolive brands effectively.
• Collaborate on shopper-centric plans and develop retail media strategies.
• Develop solutions with marketing and brand teams to drive business growth.
• Build and maintain networks to enhance engagement and identify opportunities.
• Conduct quarterly reviews with senior directors to elevate the partnership.
• Forecast and identify risks using effective planning tools.
• Develop multi-year strategies with engagement and tracking plans.
• Lead UK initiatives for AS Watson and guide international agreements.
• Lead business development projects impacting broader business landscape.

Who You Are

• A commercially astute leader with strong relationship-building and innovative problem-solving skills.
• Ambitious with strategic and negotiation skills, committed to business results.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We aim to create an environment where our workforce reflects the communities we serve, fostering belonging, respect, and support from leadership to enable meaningful impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Reasonable accommodations are available during the application process for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form if needed.

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