CD Specialist, VDC

Colgate; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 77,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive in the United States seeks a Customer Development Specialist on the VDC team. You’ll integrate data sources, craft compelling narratives, and deliver insights to propel omnichannel growth in a busy retail environment.

You will collaborate with supply chain, shopper insights, marketing, and ecommerce teams, build brand overviews, monitor retail trends, and present recommendations to inform strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of professional experience.
• Experience with consumer packaged goods or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and synthesize data from multiple sources to create brand and category overviews.
• Analyze promotions and sales, and present data-driven recommendations to inform customer strategies.
• Monitor retail trends and conduct audits to identify growth opportunities for brands.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (supply chain, shopper insights, shopper marketing, retail marketing, ecommerce) to drive omni-channel initiatives.
• Proactively drive analytical capability improvements and participate in reviews and strategy meetings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Nielsen/IRI

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.

Travel Required: Travel - up to 10% of time

Date: 5/28/26

Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number#173056 - Rosemont, Illinois, United States 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.

Role Summary:

As the Customer Development Specialist on the VDC team , you’ll be at the heart of our operations — using data, crafting compelling narratives, and delivering insights to propel our omnichannel business forward within this retail environment. In this role, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team that is passionate about driving growth for our strong brands.

This role can be performed from any of our CD office locations.

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis and must not require the Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Responsibilities:

Integrate and synthesize multiple data sources to compile brand and category overviews, evaluate promotions and sales, and manage business fundamentals with various tools. Analyze and transform data into clear, actionable insights, develop compelling stories and present findings to inform customer recommendations and strategic planning.

Stay ahead of market dynamics by closely monitoring retail trends, conducting regular retail audits, and tracking competitor activity to uncover growth opportunities for our brands.

Understand the power of collaboration and communication, and thrive on building strong relationships both within the organization and within Healthcare. Participate in line reviews, business reviews, and strategy meetings. Work closely with our cross-functional teams including supply chain, shopper insights, shopper marketing, retail marketing and ecommerce to drive our omni business.

Push boundaries and seek new solutions. Drive initiatives to enhance our analytical capabilities to understand business results and trends. Be proactive in taking initiatives to anticipate and resolve issues.

Access ongoing professional development and training programs, engage in Colgate’s sustainability efforts, and contribute to our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

2+ years' professional working experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Consumer Packaged Goods experience

Experience in Sales, Marketing, and eCommerce

Experience working in consumer product goods

Experience working with a syndicated service (Nielsen, IRI) account

Microsoft Office or Google Suite proficiency (i.e, Sheets, Slides, Docs)

Comfortable with managing in a fast paced and ambiguous environment

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $76,800.00 - $107,500.00 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.