Global Supply Chain Optimization Specialist

1 day ago

Ajax, Ontario, Canada Colgate Full time

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Job Overview

This role plays a vital part in driving business growth by designing and implementing an optimal category sourcing strategy for the North America division. The Supply Network Design Manager will seek opportunities for improved product sourcing, design and model network strategies, and develop supply resiliency plans to mitigate business interruptions.

About the Job

The role works with end-to-end supply chain functions, collaborating with regional and global teams in Marketing, Packaging, Research and Development, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Customer Services, and Logistics.

  • Supply Chain Optimization:
    • Develop cost-effective sourcing strategies for both existing and new products, ensuring alignment with commercial needs and incorporating local and global in-house and co-manufacturer sites to deliver exceptional service quality.
    • Actively participate in sourcing studies and coordinate product launches to ensure smooth startups and timely supply.
  • Capacity and Resiliency Management:
    • Review medium to long-term demand patterns for plant and category to ensure adequate capacity and capability in the supply chain.
    • Create and maintain a resilient supply chain by identifying potential risks, establishing preventive measures, and developing sourcing strategies for unforeseen disruptions.
  • Process Improvement and Operational Efficiency:
    • Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements in data analysis, reporting, and communication.
    • Compile reports and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for efficient monitoring and global reporting.

We offer a competitive salary of $115,000 per year, 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.

Required Qualifications
  • Educational Background: Bachelor's Degree in a technical or economics-related field (e.g., engineering, logistics, supply chain, procurement, R&D, or other related fields).
  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, encompassing areas such as industrial engineering, planning, sourcing, production, procurement, demand planning, inventory management, and/or distribution.
  • Skills: Strong skills for and genuine interest in systems, data, and analytics. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously. Proven project management skills, including the ability to work effectively within virtual teams. Capability to coordinate and autonomously supervise project important metrics. Proficiency in SAP and BW systems. Strong mathematical skills with the ability to analyze large amounts of sophisticated data to formulate conclusions and recommendations.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work with a talented team, gain valuable experience, and contribute to our mission of making a positive impact on people's lives. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

Our offices are located in Piscataway, New Jersey, United States. If you're passionate about supply chain optimization, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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