People Experience Partner - Corporate Supply Chain

Colgate; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate is seeking a People Experience Partner within Corporate Supply Chain in Piscataway, NJ. You will lead global People programs, partner with HR and business leaders, and drive operational excellence across the regional supply chain.

The role emphasizes data analytics, stakeholder management, and coaching, with travel up to 10%. You will shape experiences across onboarding, performance, and development, ensuring timely, compliant execution and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of HR or business experience.
• Experience driving continuous improvement in HR programs.
• Experience using data to diagnose HR issues and inform decisions.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
• Proven stakeholder management across HR or other functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage execution of Global People programs (performance, talent planning, learning, compensation) in partnership with People BP and CoE.
• Partner with Centers of Excellence to implement new global programs.
• Ensure high-quality employee experiences across onboarding, offboarding, and career transitions.
• Coach and advise managers on employee relations, performance, and leadership development.
• Manage employee relations cases with Legal and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Ethics & Compliance on investigations.
• Use data analytics to identify trends and translate insights into actions.
• Drive continuous improvement, diagnose bottlenecks, and apply AI/digital tools to HR services.
• Provide feedback to People BP, CoE, and CBS to keep the function connected.
• Manage key components of agile Global People projects.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Change management

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree

SHRM-CP / PHR certification

Job description

People Experience Partner - Corporate Supply Chain

Travel Required: Travel - up to 10% of time

Posting Start Date: 10/21/26

Location: Piscataway, New Jersey, United States (On-site)

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#176865 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

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.

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 Global Supply Chain 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 while influencing the growth and development of our global workforce.

Responsibilities

• Managing the execution of 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
• Closely partnering with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to implement new global programs in the context of the business and region
• Ensuring high quality experience around the "moments that matter" within the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and key career transitions
• Coaching and advising managers on employee relations, performance management, career development, and leadership capabilities to elevate team performance and engagement
• Managing employee relations cases applying sound judgment and conflict resolution with Legal and business stakeholders
• Partnering with Ethics & Compliance on investigations to maintain a positive and inclusive work environment
• Utilizing data analytics and organizational diagnostics to identify trends and translate insights into actionable solutions for the business
• Driving continuous improvement by identifying and diagnosing operational bottlenecks, developing and managing the implementation of solutions, and leveraging AI and digital tools to optimize HR service delivery
• Providing on-the-ground-feedback and insights to People Business Partners, CoE, and CBS- ensuring the broader People function remains connected to what is happening across the organization
• Managing key components of agile Global People projects and initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant human resources or business experience
• Experience with driving continuous improvement, including identifying gaps, developing and implementing solutions for HR programs and initiatives
• Experience leveraging data to identify patterns, to diagnose HR issues, and to make informed decisions
• Demonstrated experience in navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and managing multiple HR initiatives with high detail orientation
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing stakeholders across the HR function or across multiple functions
• Demonstrated ownership in managing competing priorities and timelines to accomplish overlapping activities

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)
• Experience in the CPG or FMCG industry implementing scalable HR processes and global programs within a multi-national environment
• Strong coaching and advisory skills with a proven ability to influence manager development and team performance
• Advanced emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills to manage complex employee relations
• Demonstrated experience in leading through change in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and managing 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
• Comfort operating with autonomy and taking initiative in ambiguous, fast-moving environments- knowing when to elevate and when to resolve

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