Manager, Supply Network Design & Operations - PTB & Floss

Colgate; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive Company is seeking a Manager, Supply Network Design & Operations for PTB & Floss based in Piscataway, NJ. The role leads global supply network strategies, directs new product development, and coordinates with Marketing, R&D, Engineering and Procurement to optimize cost and timing across powered toothbrushes, interdental brushes, whitening devices and floss.

The role requires 6–8 years of relevant experience (or 4+ with a Masters), strong project management, and SAP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 6-8 years of relevant experience with a University degree or 4+ years with a Masters/MBA.
• Strong Project Management experience.

Responsibilities

• New Product Development management: Oversee development to manufacturing for powered toothbrushes, interdental brushes, devices and floss, coordinating with cross-functional partners and external manufacturers.
• Product Sourcing: Develop global sourcing strategies and manage key external manufacturers for cost and reliability.
• Capacity Management: Maintain global capacity reports and contingency plans to avoid disruption.
• Funding the Growth (FTG): Identify global savings opportunities and lead FTG initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• EM Capital Investment Strategy: Align capacity planning with external manufacturer capital needs and secure funds.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement cross-functional improvements within NetOps scope.
• Align policies and standards and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Strong Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Manager, Supply Network Design & Operations - PTB & Floss Job Alerts Link 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.

Information at a Glance Job Title: Manager, Supply Network Design & Operations - PTB & Floss Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time Posting Start Date: 8/10/26 Hybrid

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country

Job Number#175322 - Piscataway, New Jersey, 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.

Position Overview

The Manager, Supply Network Design & Operations, PTB, Device & Floss leads new product development, network strategy design, and global sourcing strategies for Powered Toothbrushes, Interdental Toothbrushes, Whitening Device and Dental Floss globally. This role is responsible for designing global supply network strategies to achieve optimal cost structures, leveraging EMs, driving Funding the Growth (FTG) program, leading Budget and Mid-Year Review (MYR) process alignments, and establishing robust supply chain contingency plans. In this role the key cross-functional partners include EOC Marketing, R&D, Global Engineering, Global Packaging, Division Net Ops teams, Regulatory & Quality, Procurement, and Finance.

Responsibilities

• New Product Development management: Main support from development to manufacturing execution of all new projects for powered toothbrush and dental floss (including interdentals and devices), Collaborate with Business partners, Global cross functional teams, and Division E2E Supply Chain teams on global core innovations .Set priority for sourcing requirements (responsible for allocation, volume distribution across) Develop high-level product launch timeline inclusive of all sourcing and technical elements and oversee the implementation Develop and maintain a prioritization grid of Global New Products. Lead weekly calls with both External Manufacturers (Perident & Hi-P) for all current and future projects.

• Product Sourcing: Support the development of Global Sourcing Strategies to deliver lower cost supply structure while aligning with the commercial needs. Lead the relationships with major Global EMs - HiP and Perident (costing, business relationship, strategy). Global Facilitator of problem solving for: Hi-P: China External Manufacturer for Powered Toothbrushes and device, Perident: Malaysia External Manufacturer for Dental Floss and Interdental TBs.

• Capacity Management: Maintain Global Capacity Reports to provide updated information on each facility's short and long term capacity plans. Ensure Supply Chain sourcing plan provides adequate capacity and capability to support future business growth. Coordinate efforts to develop Supply Chain Contingency Plan that is actionable to avoid business disruption.

• Funding the Growth (FTG): Identify global savings opportunities for Power TB, Devices and Floss through product sourcing, material transition and simplification initiatives Lead the meeting calls (both for EMs and internal) Work with Procurement, R&D and EM for execution. Maintain the FTG database, main point of contact on any new project globally (address doubts, supports to Finance, new initiatives)

• EM Capital Investment Strategy: Align capacity planning and new product pipelines with capital requirements at External Manufacturers (EMs), work together with GSC Engineering, to secure funds / CEB.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify within the scope of work of NetOps or other Cross Functional areas, solutions to be implemented (lead, get consensus and implement directly or indirectly)

• Aligning with all policies and standards and and performing other relevant duties aligned with this role.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field.

• 6-8 years of relevant experience with a University degree or 4+ years of relevant experience with a Masters/MBA degree

• Strong Project Management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP Proficiency

• Good Analytical skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $109,600.00 - $155,000.00 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.

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