People Exp Partner - NAD

Colgate; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a qualified HR professional to drive global People initiatives within the North America region. The role focuses on performance management, talent planning, learning and development, and compensation in close collaboration with People Partners and CoE teams.

You will advise managers, manage employee relations with sound judgment, and contribute to ongoing HR process improvements using data analytics and AI-enabled tools. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant human resources experience.
• Demonstrated ownership in managing competing priorities and timelines to accomplish overlapping activities.

Responsibilities

• Execute global People programs, including performance management and talent planning, in partnership with centers of excellence.
• Support the People Experience team in implementing new programs in the regional business context with CoE teams.
• Ensure high-quality experiences across onboarding, offboarding, and key career transitions.
• Coach managers on employee relations, performance management, and leadership development to boost engagement.

Skills

HR policy expertise

Employee relations

Education

Advanced degree or HR certification

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.

No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number#175979 - 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.

Global People professionals are consistently drawn to Colgate-Palmolive by the exceptional opportunities for career advancement and a strong alignment with our globally recognized, purpose-driven brand. While we offer competitive total rewards, new team members frequently highlight our welcoming company culture and the high caliber of the people they work alongside as primary reasons for joining our team. Within our Global People function, we foster a culture of high trust and autonomy, ensuring you feel empowered to make impactful decisions and directly influence our broader strategic priorities while you build a fulfilling, long-term career.

As a member of the People Experience team, you will be the heartbeat of the employee journey, owning the local execution of global People programs and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can perform at their best and reach their full potential. You will be the primary partner for employees and managers in the North America Division's Finance, Marketing & Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals (COP) functions, translating HR policies into practical solutions and driving operational excellence across the region. This is a unique opportunity for you to gain broad exposure across diverse businesses and HR activities while influencing the growth and development of our global workforce.

Responsibilities

• Executing critical global People programs, including performance management, talent planning, learning & development and compensation, in close partnership with People Business Partners and Center of Excellence teams.
• Supporting the People Experience teamto implement new global programs in the context of the business and region with CoE teams.
• Ensuring high quality experience aroundthe "moments that matter" within the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and key career transitions.
• Coachingand advising managers on employee relations, performance management, career development, and leadership capabilities to elevate team performance and engagement.
• Managingemployee relations cases applying sound judgment and conflict resolution with Legal and business stakeholders.
• Partneringwith Ethics & Compliance on investigations to maintain a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Utilizingdata analytics and organizational diagnostics to identify trends and translate insights into actionable solutions for the business.
• Drivingcontinuous improvement by identifying operational bottlenecks and leveraging AI and digital tools to optimize HR service delivery.
• Providing on-the-ground-feedback and insightsto People Business Partners, CoE, and CBS- ensuring the broader People function remains connected to what is happening across the organization.
• Participating in agile Global People projects and initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant human resources experience.
• Demonstrated ownership in managing competing prioritiesand timelines to accomplish overlapping activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degreeor professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).
• Experiencein the CPG or FMCG industry implementing scalable HR processes and global programs within a multi-national environment.
• Strong advisory skillsto coach managers and employees.
• Advanced emotional intelligenceand conflict resolution skills to manage complex employee relations.
• Experience with identifying gaps and driving continuous improvementfor HR programs and initiatives
• Demonstrated proficiencyin managing stakeholders across the HR function or across multiple functions.
• Demonstrated abilityto manage change and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and manage multiple HR initiatives with high detail orientation.
• Proven proficiency in leveraging AI, data analytics, and HR technologies (e.g., self-service portals) to drive insights and workflow optimization.

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.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $97,000.00 - $120,000.00 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.