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Procurement Specialist, External Mfg - Piscataway, NJ
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Procurement Specialist, External Mfg - Piscataway, NJ
Join Colgate-Palmolive – 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 worldwide, making us a household name. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. EEO & Military Affiliations
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS – Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is “On‑Site” at the location detailed in the job post. Role Overview
In this role you will be responsible for maintaining effective supply, cost, quality and service for Contract Manufacturers in the North America Division. You will develop and implement strategies for sourcing Contract Manufacturers, resolving service/quality issues and driving savings opportunities. Responsibilities
Accountable for Procurement Key Performance Indicators and strong collaboration with key cross‑functional business partners Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms, pricing, and conditions Analyse procurement data, market trends, and pricing conditions to support decision‑making Assist with the development, negotiation, and implementation of contract agreements with Contract Manufacturers Implement outstanding strategies and maintain relationships and alliances with current suppliers to align with Colgate business units Identify, develop, and lead strategic business relationships, internally and externally, to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies & project implementation to meet business requirements Collaborate with suppliers, technical and other functional groups as well as CMS, Technology, Marketing and Finance functions to implement procurement policies, resolve issues, align service and financial strategies Lead continuous improvement programs with suppliers including savings projects Support the Supplier Relationship Management program by completing a Holistic Risk Assessment and audits on contract manufacturers Support Responsible Sourcing initiatives Maintain strong supplier relationships to proactively mitigate possible service and/or quality issues Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or related field 3+ years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Financial or Marketing related experience Strong proficiency with MS Excel or G Suite pivot tables or VLookup for data analysis Preferred: An advanced degree (MBA) or professional certification (CPM, CPIM, or Project Management) Process improvement experience using Lean Six Sigma or similar methodology
Capable negotiator able to handle significant amounts of ambiguity and negotiating conditions Practical experience with core procurement skills, such as market analysis, contract development and management, supplier selection, negotiation, supplier performance, and supplier relationship management, as well as some Marketing specific knowledge Practical experience in crafting RFP’s Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem solving skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Compensation And Benefits
Salary Range $83,200.00 - $117,500.00 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 include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions, minimum 15 vacation/PTO days, 13 paid holidays, paid sick leave per local laws. Location
Piscataway, New Jersey Job Code
Operations_ Specialist Auto Req ID
457933BR
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Join Colgate-Palmolive – 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 worldwide, making us a household name. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. EEO & Military Affiliations
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS – Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is “On‑Site” at the location detailed in the job post. Role Overview
In this role you will be responsible for maintaining effective supply, cost, quality and service for Contract Manufacturers in the North America Division. You will develop and implement strategies for sourcing Contract Manufacturers, resolving service/quality issues and driving savings opportunities. Responsibilities
Accountable for Procurement Key Performance Indicators and strong collaboration with key cross‑functional business partners Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms, pricing, and conditions Analyse procurement data, market trends, and pricing conditions to support decision‑making Assist with the development, negotiation, and implementation of contract agreements with Contract Manufacturers Implement outstanding strategies and maintain relationships and alliances with current suppliers to align with Colgate business units Identify, develop, and lead strategic business relationships, internally and externally, to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies & project implementation to meet business requirements Collaborate with suppliers, technical and other functional groups as well as CMS, Technology, Marketing and Finance functions to implement procurement policies, resolve issues, align service and financial strategies Lead continuous improvement programs with suppliers including savings projects Support the Supplier Relationship Management program by completing a Holistic Risk Assessment and audits on contract manufacturers Support Responsible Sourcing initiatives Maintain strong supplier relationships to proactively mitigate possible service and/or quality issues Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or related field 3+ years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Financial or Marketing related experience Strong proficiency with MS Excel or G Suite pivot tables or VLookup for data analysis Preferred: An advanced degree (MBA) or professional certification (CPM, CPIM, or Project Management) Process improvement experience using Lean Six Sigma or similar methodology
Capable negotiator able to handle significant amounts of ambiguity and negotiating conditions Practical experience with core procurement skills, such as market analysis, contract development and management, supplier selection, negotiation, supplier performance, and supplier relationship management, as well as some Marketing specific knowledge Practical experience in crafting RFP’s Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem solving skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Compensation And Benefits
Salary Range $83,200.00 - $117,500.00 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 include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions, minimum 15 vacation/PTO days, 13 paid holidays, paid sick leave per local laws. Location
Piscataway, New Jersey Job Code
Operations_ Specialist Auto Req ID
457933BR
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