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Director, Logistics Network Ops - Innovation
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A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet and Science Diet. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food.
Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods.
We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life.
A career at Hills Pet Nutrition or 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. Information at a Glance Apply now Job Title: Director, Logistics Network Ops - Innovation Travel Required?: Travel - 25% of time Posting Start Date: 6/26/25 Hybrid
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country Job Number#167698 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States
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 valuesCaring, Inclusive, and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
The Director Network Operations - Innovation is responsible for strategic and operational leadership of the company's supply chain operations, focusing on optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of current operations and the integration of new technology and new business opportunities. This role involves integration of logistics, inventory management, and the distribution network to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods. This includes managing cross functional supply chain relationships and coordinating operational initiatives and problem solving processes to ensure network success. Responsibilities: Drive innovation in logistics and supply chain processes, focusing on service, process, technology and cost management
Develops strategies and arrangements to ensure seamless implementation of network expansion and changes
Implement best practices and technologies
Leads integration and develops a collaborative environment with Manufacturing, Warehousing, Transportation, Logistics Planning, Finance, IT, and Customer Service Organization on logistics related tasks, procedures and implementations
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with third party providers while ensuring performance compliance with defined KPIs
Leads the process for third-party Logistics contracts to support strategies
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards to maintain product integrity
Leads and executes implementation of required technology improvements EDI, 3PL WMS systems, DWM, etc.
Supports International Logistics needs, including special projects, as required
Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree
Proven experience in a senior supply chain leadership role
10+ years Logistics Operations (Warehousing, Transportation, Planning)
Experience in managing multiple site distribution network
Experience managing third party providers ( contracting experience a plus)
Ability to travel to facilities
Preferred Qualifications: PC Skills: Excel and Word; Google Tools - Sheets, Docs, Slides.
Knowledge and experience with SAP or similar software
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent performance/project management skills
Highly motivated with strong leadership and negotiation skills
Strong business/financial management skills
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $175,000.00 - $200,000.00 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: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
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.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here .
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Africa, Eurasia, Middle East Asia-Pacific Europe Latin America North America
Language
Deutsch (Deutschland) English (United Kingdom) English (United States) Espaol (Mxico) Franais (France) ??? (??) Polski (Polish) Portugus (Brasil) ??????? ???? (??????) Ti?ng Vi?t (Vi?t Nam) ???? (????) View Profile Job Alerts Link Job Description
A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet and Science Diet. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food.
Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods.
We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life.
A career at Hills Pet Nutrition or 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. Information at a Glance Apply now Job Title: Director, Logistics Network Ops - Innovation Travel Required?: Travel - 25% of time Posting Start Date: 6/26/25 Hybrid
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country Job Number#167698 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States
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 valuesCaring, Inclusive, and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
The Director Network Operations - Innovation is responsible for strategic and operational leadership of the company's supply chain operations, focusing on optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of current operations and the integration of new technology and new business opportunities. This role involves integration of logistics, inventory management, and the distribution network to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods. This includes managing cross functional supply chain relationships and coordinating operational initiatives and problem solving processes to ensure network success. Responsibilities: Drive innovation in logistics and supply chain processes, focusing on service, process, technology and cost management
Develops strategies and arrangements to ensure seamless implementation of network expansion and changes
Implement best practices and technologies
Leads integration and develops a collaborative environment with Manufacturing, Warehousing, Transportation, Logistics Planning, Finance, IT, and Customer Service Organization on logistics related tasks, procedures and implementations
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with third party providers while ensuring performance compliance with defined KPIs
Leads the process for third-party Logistics contracts to support strategies
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards to maintain product integrity
Leads and executes implementation of required technology improvements EDI, 3PL WMS systems, DWM, etc.
Supports International Logistics needs, including special projects, as required
Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree
Proven experience in a senior supply chain leadership role
10+ years Logistics Operations (Warehousing, Transportation, Planning)
Experience in managing multiple site distribution network
Experience managing third party providers ( contracting experience a plus)
Ability to travel to facilities
Preferred Qualifications: PC Skills: Excel and Word; Google Tools - Sheets, Docs, Slides.
Knowledge and experience with SAP or similar software
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent performance/project management skills
Highly motivated with strong leadership and negotiation skills
Strong business/financial management skills
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $175,000.00 - $200,000.00 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: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
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.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here .
#LI-Hybrid Apply now
FAQs Colgate-Palmolive Website Careers Privacy Statement Recruitment Security Warning Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Know Your Rights Request an Application Accommodation Terms of Use Cookie Consent Tool 2020 Colgate-Palmolive Company. All Rights Reserved. You are viewing the U.S. English site. We use cookies and similar technologies to understand how you use our website and to create more valuable experiences for you. These cookies may be used for different purposes, including personalized advertising and measuring site usage. To learn more please see ourCookie Policy . You can change your preferences at any time through ourCookie preferences tool . #J-18808-Ljbffr