CS&L Manager (NZ)

Colgate; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive in Auckland, NZ, is seeking a Customer Service and Logistics Manager to lead the integration of logistics networks and demand planning, ensuring seamless delivery and optimized inventory. Reporting to the Senior Director, CS&L SOPAC, you will drive end-to-end supply chain improvements and cost efficiencies while improving customer satisfaction.

You will partner with Marketing, Finance and 3PLs to balance market demand with capacity, manage KPI targets, and implement AI-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in demand planning, logistics management, or end-to-end supply chain operations.
• Proven track record in KPI management and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven hands-on experience utilizing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced planning tools.
• Demonstrates strong working knowledge and ability to integrate AI-driven workflows to automate reporting, optimise sourcing strategies, and improve overall supply chain efficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead NZ end-to-end warehouse, shipping, receiving and distribution operations.
• Monitor KPI performance and drive cost-saving improvements.
• Coordinate with local freight forwarders, carriers and 3PL providers.
• Analyse logistics data to optimise efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop strategies to optimise warehouse storage and handling with Sales and Logistics teams.
• Oversee inventory targets, safety stock, and supply plans to prevent stockouts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align demand signals with operations.

Skills

KPI management

Supplier relationship management

Communication skills

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

AI-driven workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognised brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programmes that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time

Posting Start Date: 03/09/2026

Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#175912 - Auckland, North Island, New Zealand

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.

As the Customer Service and Logistics Manager (NZ), you will lead the strategic integration of our logistics network and demand planning processes to ensure seamless product delivery and optimised inventory management. Reporting directly to the Snr. Director, CS&L SOPAC, you will embed within the team to champion critical commercial and operational categories. This highly visible role offers the unique opportunity to pioneer end-to-end supply chain efficiencies, directly impacting customer satisfaction and bottom-line growth. Your leadership will foster a culture of continuous improvement, aiming to reduce costs while elevating customer service standards.

Responsibilities

Logistics and Operations

• Manage NZ E2E daily warehouse, shipping, receiving, and distribution operations
• Ensure management of key performance indicators (KPI’s) and identify areas of improvement
• Coordinate and manage relationship with local freight forwarders, carriers, and 3PL providers
• Analyse logistics data to ensure efficiency and implement cost-saving initiatives
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise warehouse storage and handling activities, and reduce costs in partnership with the Sales Department, Sales Operations and the relevant Logistics Purchasing Teams.

Demand Planning

• Ensure adherence to Demand Planning Key Performance Indicators (e.g.forecast accuracy, etc).
• Responsible for analysing sales demand and for coordinating inputs with Supply&Demand Team
• Highlight and communicate issues during promotional event execution and also new products.

Cross-Functional Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner closely with CD, Marketing, Finance, and external 3PL partners to align market demand signals with operational capacity.

Support Inventory Strategy

• Engage closely with Supply&Demand team & oversee inventory targets, safety stock levels, and supply plans to mitigate stockouts and reduce excess inventory carrying costs.

Funding the Growth (FTG)

• Contribute and participate in local programs to drive cost savings .

Required Qualifications and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in demand planning, logistics management, or end-to-end supply chain operations.
• Proven track record in KPI management and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven hands-on experience utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced planning tools.
• Demonstrates strong working knowledge and ability to integrate AI-driven workflows to automate reporting, optimise sourcing strategies, and improve overall supply chain efficiency

Preferred

• FMCG experience
• Demonstrated strength in cross-functional collaboration and analytical problem-solving competencies

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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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