Associate Brand Manager, Oral Care

Colgate-Palmolive; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Paid parental leave

Vacation/PTO days

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking an Associate Brand Manager in New York to drive growth in Oral Care. You will lead brand initiatives, work with cross-functional teams, and oversee P&L impact while shaping portfolio strategies and digital commerce growth.

The role requires 6+ years (MBA/MBA preferred) with strong analytical, strategic and communication skills within consumer goods. Hybrid work arrangement with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree ideally in Marketing, Finance, Sales or related fields.
• 6+ years or 4+ years with MBA/Masters of commercial experience, preferably in Marketing or Sales.
• Key involvement in Business Analysis, Marketing Plan development, and cross-functional project management.

Responsibilities

• Work on a brand team, reporting to the Brand Marketing Director/Manager, where you’ll play a critical role in driving profitable growth, inclusive of P&L ownership.
• Take charge of developing business and portfolio strategies for key Oral Care segments, identifying priorities & developing workstreams against them.
• Engage with the sales team to provide thought leadership for retailers and drive omnichannel strategies, with a focus on delivering growth via digital commerce.
• Provide strategic leadership, motivate and manage a cross-functional team to drive business priorities.
• Partner with key SME’s in developing high impact, integrated marketing campaigns and innovation concepts through clear brand strategies and briefings.
• Develop and activate against people-centric insights, driven by a keen understanding of culture, customers and data synthesis.
• Lead everyday operations, including market share and performance analysis, budget management, forecasting volumes and facilitating communication between key stakeholders.

Skills

Marketing strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Business analysis

Project management

Sales experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

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 recognized 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 programs 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.

Job Title: Associate Brand Manager, Oral Care

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

Posting Start Date: 10/29/26

Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#177058 - New York, New York, 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 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.

Scope:

As an Associate Brand Manager for the Oral Care category, you will be part of a fast paced team delivering growth for the category. You’ll drive growth strategies and bring breakthrough innovation to life for our customers & consumers.

Responsibilities:

Work on a brand team, reporting to the Brand Marketing Director/Manager, where you’ll play a critical role in driving profitable growth, inclusive of P&L ownership.

Take charge of developing business and portfolio strategies for key Oral Care segments, identifying priorities & developing workstreams against them.

Engage with the sales team to provide thought leadership for retailers and drive omnichannel strategies, with a focus on delivering growth via digital commerce.

Provide strategic leadership, motivate and manage a cross-functional team to drive business priorities.

Partner with key SME’s in developing high impact, integrated marketing campaigns and innovation concepts through clear brand strategies and briefings.

Develop and activate against people-centric insights, driven by a keen understanding of culture, customers and data synthesis.

Lead everyday operations, including market share and performance analysis, budget management, forecasting volumes and facilitating communication between key stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree ideally in Marketing, Finance, Sales or related fields

6+ years or 4+ years with MBA/Masters of commercial experience, preferably in Marketing or Sales

Key involvement in Business Analysis, Marketing Plan development, and cross-functional project management

Preferred Qualifications

MBA

Experience working in consumer product goods

Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership

Proven adaptability, agility, and resilience in driving results within dynamic, fast-paced environments

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 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 employee's 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 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, 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.