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R&D Operations & Finance Ad - Piscataway, NJ
Colgate-Palmolive is seeking an Operations Administrator to support Global Technology teams located in Piscataway. This on-site role focuses on procurement and financial administration within Oral Care, Clinical, and related areas.
Overview Position available to Veterans, transitioning military, National Guard and Reserve Members, military spouses, wounded warriors, and caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education, and experience, please submit your application following the next steps.
What you will do
Creating, tracking, and managing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
Collaborating with internal departments to understand purchasing needs
Addressing issues or discrepancies related to orders; main point of contact for PO activities for CP Global Tech Team, CP Accounts Payable, and Suppliers
Ensuring POs are open for approved budgets only
Ensuring PO accounting and tax information is accurate (cost center, GL account, exempt vs non-exempt type of purchase)
Ensuring outside research spending POs have proper contractual support and maintaining documentation for audits
Ensuring goods and services are timely received and processed in the system; follow up with stakeholders on open POs
Assisting stakeholders with PO spending information by project, benefit area, etc.
Preparing analyses of spending by benefit type and by project for selected areas
Preparing analysis of temporary help spending vs approved budgets by resource and cost center
Encouraging use of approved alternative purchasing methods (e.g., PCards) where appropriate
CEB (fixed assets) coordinator for selected areas: creates CEB projects, coordinates budgets with Global Tech Team, ensures capitalization of projects
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s Degree
Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
Proficiency in Procurement Software (Ariba) and SAP
Proficiency in Excel
Preferred Qualifications
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $74,400.00 – $104,000.00 USD. Pay is based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may 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, and participation in the 401(k) plan with company matching (subject to eligibility). Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays. Paid sick leave is determined by role and location in accordance with laws and policy changes.
Location and Job Details City: Piscataway
State: New Jersey
Job Category: Finance
Job Code: Operations_ Specialist
Affiliate Sponsor: Colgate-Palmolive
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Note: This posting may include additional related roles and market data for nearby locations.
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Overview Position available to Veterans, transitioning military, National Guard and Reserve Members, military spouses, wounded warriors, and caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education, and experience, please submit your application following the next steps.
What you will do
Creating, tracking, and managing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
Collaborating with internal departments to understand purchasing needs
Addressing issues or discrepancies related to orders; main point of contact for PO activities for CP Global Tech Team, CP Accounts Payable, and Suppliers
Ensuring POs are open for approved budgets only
Ensuring PO accounting and tax information is accurate (cost center, GL account, exempt vs non-exempt type of purchase)
Ensuring outside research spending POs have proper contractual support and maintaining documentation for audits
Ensuring goods and services are timely received and processed in the system; follow up with stakeholders on open POs
Assisting stakeholders with PO spending information by project, benefit area, etc.
Preparing analyses of spending by benefit type and by project for selected areas
Preparing analysis of temporary help spending vs approved budgets by resource and cost center
Encouraging use of approved alternative purchasing methods (e.g., PCards) where appropriate
CEB (fixed assets) coordinator for selected areas: creates CEB projects, coordinates budgets with Global Tech Team, ensures capitalization of projects
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s Degree
Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
Proficiency in Procurement Software (Ariba) and SAP
Proficiency in Excel
Preferred Qualifications
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $74,400.00 – $104,000.00 USD. Pay is based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may 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, and participation in the 401(k) plan with company matching (subject to eligibility). Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays. Paid sick leave is determined by role and location in accordance with laws and policy changes.
Location and Job Details City: Piscataway
State: New Jersey
Job Category: Finance
Job Code: Operations_ Specialist
Affiliate Sponsor: Colgate-Palmolive
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Note: This posting may include additional related roles and market data for nearby locations.
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