Commercial Management Trainee (East Malaysia)

Colgate-Palmolive; Kuching; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer products company in Sarawak is seeking candidates for its Commercial Management Trainee Program. This 24-month program offers recent graduates the chance to gain experience in Customer Development, Retail Marketing, and Marketing. Ideal candidates are analytical, data-driven, and possess strong leadership skills. A degree with a CGPA of 3.2 or above is required. Join this innovative company to kick-start your career in the FMCG industry.

Qualifications

• Degree or Master’s degree holder with CGPA 3.2 and above.
• Less than 1 year of full-time working experience.
• Passionate about developing a career in the FMCG industry.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 24-month Commercial Management Trainee Program.
• Experience job rotations in Customer Development, Retail Marketing, and Marketing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Digital acumen

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

Job Number #167636 - Sarawak, Sarawak, Malaysia

No Relocation Assistance Offered

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.

Colgate-Campaign and commercial roles focus on integrity, collaboration, inclusion, and excellence. If you are someone with a growth mindset who loves to learn, lead, encourage, experiment, and engage with digital initiatives, consider applying to this program.

Program

Colgate Commercial Management Trainee Program is a 24-month development program crafted for high-potential graduates, equipping you with professional and leadership skills needed to chart an exciting career with us. The program provides first-hand experiences and broad exposure to our global organization through job rotations in an immersive learning environment within the Customer Development (Sales), Retail Marketing and Marketing areas.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 24-month Commercial Management Trainee Program with job rotations in the Customer Development (Sales), Retail Marketing and Marketing areas.

Qualifications

• Degree or Master’s degree holder with CGPA 3.2 and above and with less than 1 year of full-time working experience (internships and part-time work are not factored).
• Passionate about developing a career in the FMCG industry.
• Analytical, data-driven, and consumer-centric with strong digital acumen.
• Problem solver with strong systems thinking skills.
• Creative and critical thinker with an open mind and high learning agility.
• Adventurous, entrepreneurial, and possess an experimental mindset.
• Strong leadership and driven to achieve goals and deliver outcomes.
• Effective teammate with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Those who possess own transport will have an added advantage.

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.