MANAGER/ ASSOC. MANAGER, PROCUREMENT SUPPLY SERVICES

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country #  - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States Who We Are Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet.
Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.
We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.
If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!   JOB OBJECTIVES    Responsible  for managing and optimizing the procurement for Facilities Services for Colgate NA, Hills NA and Corporate Division conducting detailed spend, cost and market analysis and a structured approach to tendering and negotiating with suppliers.
Develop and maintain vendor relationships including tracking and analysis of vendor spend and performance.
While keeping an elevated engagement and alignment with our internal stakeholders and external partners to address the top business priorities, optimize the supply of these services and address cost reduction opportunities.
This role directly manages $60 MM in annual spend and attends (14 sites - Manufacturing Location and Offices)   JOB EXPECTATIONS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  Developing and implementing a comprehensive procurement strategy for Integrated Facilities Management, Waste Management, Indirect Chemicals, Material Handling Equipment, Office Suppliers and Cleaning Services aligned with the organization's goals.
Apply spend analytics best practices, and do frequent deep dives in the assigned categories.
Update annual Supplier Segmentation in the category and risk management Identify opportunities for cost savings or optimization.
Follow the Global Procurement governance in all projects, CRMC (Contract Risk Management Committee) approvals, eSourcing tools, Supplier Code of Conduct sign off, etc.
Identify and evaluate new suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships with key vendors.
They will ensure compliance with contractual terms, monitor supplier performance, and resolve any issues  Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities and follow Stakeholder engagement best practices to better understand the business needs and align on resources and priorities.
Engage senior leaders in the Division as well as with Global and Division Engineering and enhance the global IFM management relationship Stay updated with industry developments and best practices to effectively manage the category strategy REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 7 plus years in the supply chain.
4 years in procurement Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Science, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems or relevant field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS.
Strong Business Analysis.
Using business tools and information systems when solving problems and making decisions.
Using data to support recommendations.
Negotiation skills.
Planning and anticipation, demonstrates professionalism in all business settings and shows ability to control emotions, mannerisms, and communication style.
Teamwork and Relationship building.
Being a team player when interacting with stakeholders and peers.
Able to manage relationships at all levels of the organization Strategic mindset - Understanding the difference between total value vs.
cost saving when making decisions Project management skills & Setting PrioritieAbility to work cross functional and cross regional.
Keep a proactive and dynamic attitude.
Take leadership on key initiatives   Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $ USD Pay is based on multiple non-discriminatory, individualized factors including but not limited to experience, job-related knowledge and education, skills and office/market location.
In addition to base salary, salaried employees are eligible for annual discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing and, for Executive-level (salary grade 16 and above) roles only, long-term incentives in the form of Restricted Stock Units and/or Stock Options.
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefits plans then in effect, all salaried employees are also eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes.
Insurance.
Employees (and their eligible dependents) are eligible to participate in Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance plans.
Retirement Plans.
Employees are eligible to enroll in Colgate's 401(k) plan, which provides for company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements Vacation/PTO.
Employees receive a minimum of 15 days of vacation/PTO leave annually Paid Holidays.
Employees receive a minimum of 13 paid/floating holidays annually Paid Sick Leave.
Based on location and consistent with applicable state and local law, employees receive a minimum of 40 hours of paid sick leave on January 1st of each year Paid Parental Leave.
Eligible employees may take up to eight weeks of paid parental leave and 12 weeks of unpaid leave (varies for employees with fewer than 12 months of service and is subject to hours worked requirements) Our Commitment to Sustainability With the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact.
We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.
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.
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