Strategic Brand Manager — Oral Care Innovation

Colgate; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company matching

Vacation & holidays

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a Brand Manager, Oral Care Innovation to lead ideation, development and execution of Oral Care innovations (Kids toothpaste, mouthwash, toothbrush) as part of the Tom’s of Maine portfolio. You will manage vision setting, opportunity assessment and readiness, working with a global, cross-functional team.

This role requires people-centric thinking, strategic leadership, creativity and strong project-management skills to drive a robust 3+ year innovation pipeline and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of total commercial experience, with at least 3 years specifically in Marketing or Innovation roles.
• MBA preferred.
• Experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG).

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic innovation and pipeline development for Oral Care innovations, aligning with brand priorities.
• Oversee consumer research, insights and value creation to drive consumer value.
• Direct cross-functional project leadership with Sales, Brand Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Packaging and Design.
• Influence senior leadership with updates, recommendations and growth plans.
• Partner with external agencies and vendors to accelerate new opportunities.

Education

MBA

Job description

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a Brand Manager, Oral Care Innovation to lead ideation, development and execution of Oral Care innovations (Kids toothpaste, mouthwash, toothbrush) as part of the Tom’s of Maine portfolio. You will manage vision setting, opportunity assessment and readiness, working with a global, cross-functional team.

This role requires people-centric thinking, strategic leadership, creativity and strong project-management skills to drive a robust 3+ year innovation pipeline and