Associate Category & Shopper Insights Manager

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #169415 - Rosemont, Illinois, 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.

In today’s rapidly evolving retail environment, understanding the Shopper, and the evolution of their path to purchase is a priority. At Colgate-Palmolive, we are excited by the challenges this dynamic space brings. Our dedicated Category Management team is full of passionate individuals and we are seeking a leader with the same energy, diligence and positivity who can help us lead change for our business. We are looking for an inspirational leader and shopper advocate who can build the strategy for and deliver results against Colgate’s goals.

As the Associate Category & Shopper Insights Manager , you will develop a deep knowledge of the Shopper and Category you work on to influence & execute (RE) Category Strategies. You will be responsible for maintaining item & store segmentation which fuels Colgate’s analytical tools. You must also be able to leverage shopper insights to deliver strategic alignment and drive execution. 

 

Who you are

• You are analytical - Instrumental in analyzing, tracking, and reporting on category management opportunities.
• You like to collaborate - In this role, you'll establish key partnerships that thrive on mutual trust and integrity in working relationships as consultants to the retailer. You will partner closely with our retailer sales team to identify market trends and brand shifts within our categories to mitigate risk and pivot plans toward sustainable growth. We will also rely on you to communicate and reinforce brand strategies & objectives internally.
• You are a storyteller - You can translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives.
• You know the systems  - Proficiency in Nielsen, dunnhumbyUSA, Numerator, & JDA and other customer point of sale systems are required so that we can provide reliable, fact based analysis. You’ll apply shelf management software and category expertise to provide recommendations for shelf placement for new items and existing products. You will also coordinate “Fair Share of Shelf” support and utilize plan-o-gram software.
• You are a continuous improver - We are constantly looking for opportunities to improve and seek creative solutions to further drive the Colgate Palmolive business.

 

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of consumer product sales or category management experience, or other relevant sales/marketing experience
• 3+ years of experience analyzing syndicated data
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Google Sheets & Slides
• Availability to travel 20% of the time

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $95,000.00 - $133,000.00 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 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.

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