No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number168811 : Surrey, England, United Kingdom
Who We Are
Colgate:Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising 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, lets build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Location: Woking, Surrey
Reporting to: Senior Customer Development Manager
Why Work For Colgate Palmolive:
:The learning and development opportunities: You will refine your commercial mind:set and continue to learn new skills working closely with a cross:functional team giving you exposure to all local market departments.
:The challenge and variety: You will operate in a fast paced operational environment, directly impacting the day:to:day performance of the business, with personal accountability for your business.
:The global experience: You will have the opportunity to work with global brands, participate in global strategies with potential to develop your career internationally.
:The Colgate Values: We are Caring, We are Inclusive and We are Courageous are integral to how we operate every day
Job Purpose
In this pivotal role, youll be instrumental in driving budgeted sales and profit growth, shaping a sustainable and mutually prosperous business model, and spearheading innovation within one of our most critical accounts. This is a unique opportunity to directly influence our commercial success and make a tangible impact on our market position.
What you will achieve
:Drive Profitable Growth: Consistently exceed quarterly and annual net sales, margin, and profit targets by developing, implementing, and actively managing a dynamic Joint Business Plan with tailored commercial strategies.
:Strategic Commercial Acumen: Leverage your sharp commercial instincts to deeply interrogate business performance, swiftly identify critical issues and untapped opportunities, and lead effective resolution and optimization initiatives.
:Retailer and Shopper Expert: Develop a profound understanding of the clients strategic imperatives and their shopper insights. Youll then expertly align our brands and strategic intents within this environment to maximize impact.
:Collaborative Planning Excellence: Partner closely with our Shopper Development and Category Management teams to construct high:performing, shopper:centric plans that are fully integrated into the Joint Business Plan, optimizing for category growth
:Forecast and Financial Ownership:Take full ownership of collaborative planning with the clients, meticulously inputting and delivering accurate customer forecast volumes, sales, and investment. Youll expertly manage the 5P planning process and provide clear identification of risks and opportunities ona monthly cycle.
:Financial Stewardship: Ensure meticulous management of customer ledger, financial accruals, and rebates, collaborating seamlessly with AR and Finance departments for accurate activation and settlement.
:Shape the Future: Develop, communicate, and rigorously implement a forward:thinking 3:year retailer strategy that positions us for sustained leadership.
:Innovative Solutions: Work closely and creatively with our Retail Marketing and Brand Managers toidentify, develop, and implement groundbreaking business solutions that propel the clients business forward.
:Expand Influence and Opportunity: Cultivate robust external networks to deepen customer engagement, gain unparalleled insights into the retailer landscape, and be at the forefront of identifyingnew business opportunities and mitigating c