Colgate-Palmolive
Associate Mgr/ Manager, Procurement Media Svcs
Colgate-Palmolive, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
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Job Number #167130 - Piscataway, New Jersey, 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 values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Are you passionate about driving innovation and making an impact through strategic procurement? As the Media Services Procurement Associate Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and executing sourcing strategies for over $800MM of media initiatives across North America. You’ll be at the forefront of change, influencing supplier relationships and media investments to maximize value for Colgate-Palmolive, Hill’s, and CP Skin Health Group. Step into a dynamic environment where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your leadership will power business growth.
At Colgate-Palmolive, our Procurement team is committed to ensuring that every decision we make contributes to customer satisfaction and product excellence.
Procurement’s mission is to champion innovation, enable growth, and deliver functional excellence through advanced technologies within a dynamic environment that supports the company’s ongoing success. Our team is empowered to develop solutions that fuel Colgate-Palmolive's purpose to reimagine a healthier future for all people, their pets, and our planet.
Responsibilities:
Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes for media, e-commerce, retail media, influencer, advertising production, and agency operations, ensuring alignment with business goals. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, driving collaboration, value creation, and continuous improvement. Develop and implement innovative media sourcing strategies, identifying opportunities for growth, cost savings, and process optimization. Conduct ongoing market analysis, supplier segmentation, and spend analytics to inform strategic decisions and deliver on KPIs. Foster supplier diversity and manage robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs to deliver excellence and innovation across categories. Ensure compliance with procurement policies while leading RFI/RFP processes, risk management, and digital transformation projects in support of the Global Procurement agenda.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field. At least 8 years’ experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Media, or Marketing-related roles.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven ability to analyze complex data, develop strategies, and negotiate contracts. Deep understanding of media and advertising operations within a CPG or agency environment. Advanced skills in supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and strategic cost management. Proficiency with procurement software and exposure to leading digital/data analytics initiatives. Strong leadership, innovation mindset, and a passion for driving change and sharing best practices across teams. Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, demonstrated via impactful project execution.
Ready to create impact, deliver value, and lead the way in media procurement excellence? Join us to help shape the future of our iconic brands!
Compensation And Benefits
Salary Range $106,400 - $150,000 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 people—developing 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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Associate Mgr/ Manager, Procurement Media Svcs
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Colgate-Palmolive Join to apply for the
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Colgate-Palmolive Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #167130 - Piscataway, New Jersey, 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 values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Are you passionate about driving innovation and making an impact through strategic procurement? As the Media Services Procurement Associate Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and executing sourcing strategies for over $800MM of media initiatives across North America. You’ll be at the forefront of change, influencing supplier relationships and media investments to maximize value for Colgate-Palmolive, Hill’s, and CP Skin Health Group. Step into a dynamic environment where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your leadership will power business growth.
At Colgate-Palmolive, our Procurement team is committed to ensuring that every decision we make contributes to customer satisfaction and product excellence.
Procurement’s mission is to champion innovation, enable growth, and deliver functional excellence through advanced technologies within a dynamic environment that supports the company’s ongoing success. Our team is empowered to develop solutions that fuel Colgate-Palmolive's purpose to reimagine a healthier future for all people, their pets, and our planet.
Responsibilities:
Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes for media, e-commerce, retail media, influencer, advertising production, and agency operations, ensuring alignment with business goals. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, driving collaboration, value creation, and continuous improvement. Develop and implement innovative media sourcing strategies, identifying opportunities for growth, cost savings, and process optimization. Conduct ongoing market analysis, supplier segmentation, and spend analytics to inform strategic decisions and deliver on KPIs. Foster supplier diversity and manage robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs to deliver excellence and innovation across categories. Ensure compliance with procurement policies while leading RFI/RFP processes, risk management, and digital transformation projects in support of the Global Procurement agenda.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field. At least 8 years’ experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Media, or Marketing-related roles.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven ability to analyze complex data, develop strategies, and negotiate contracts. Deep understanding of media and advertising operations within a CPG or agency environment. Advanced skills in supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and strategic cost management. Proficiency with procurement software and exposure to leading digital/data analytics initiatives. Strong leadership, innovation mindset, and a passion for driving change and sharing best practices across teams. Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, demonstrated via impactful project execution.
Ready to create impact, deliver value, and lead the way in media procurement excellence? Join us to help shape the future of our iconic brands!
Compensation And Benefits
Salary Range $106,400 - $150,000 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 people—developing 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.
Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Colgate-Palmolive by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Procurement Associate” roles.
Princeton, NJ $92,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago Princeton, NJ $93,500.00-$114,000.00 3 weeks ago New Brunswick, NJ $65,000.00-$80,000.00 1 week ago Procurement Specialist, Direct Materials and Consumables
Piscataway, NJ $80,000.00-$90,000.00 20 hours ago Manager, Procurement, Princeton, NJ - Hybrid
Princeton, NJ $93,500.00-$114,000.00 18 hours ago Sr. Specialist, Cap Ex Procurement & Strategic Sourcing (Hybrid - NJ or PA)
Rahway, NJ $94,300.00-$148,500.00 1 week ago Bloomfield, NJ $70,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago Supervising Procurement Specialist (NBOE)
Newark, NJ $75,295.00-$95,914.00 5 months ago Procurement Specialist, Direct Materials and Consumables
Piscataway, NJ $80,000.00-$90,000.00 4 weeks ago Sourcing Manager-Procurement and External Manufacturing I
Morris Plains, NJ $143,000.00-$179,000.00 1 week ago Piscataway, NJ $106,400.00-$150,000.00 5 days ago Dover, NJ $115,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Springfield, NJ $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 week ago Raritan, NJ $100,000.00-$172,500.00 4 days ago Hamilton, NJ $75,210.00-$115,210.00 3 weeks ago Parsippany, NJ $64,000.00-$88,000.00 1 week ago Associate Director, Procurement, Cell Therapy - Direct Materials
PEPI: Senior Associate, Supply Chain -- Procurement & Sourcing (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)
Morristown, NJ $100,000.00-$170,000.00 1 week ago Piscataway, NJ $106,400.00-$150,000.00 1 day ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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