Associate Brand Manager

Colgate-Palmolive Company New York, United States of America

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Job Description

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 2006, we made our mark making natural products like toothpaste and deodorant. But what is most important to us? We work to make positive change by doing good and you’ll see that focus in our products, our partnerships, and our people.

We strive to make products that are good for us and good for the planet. We are experts at combining scientific know-how with naturally derived and sourced ingredients to make products that really work.

We donate 10% of our profits to nonprofits addressing issues facing our health, our environment and our kids. Our employees are encouraged to use 5% of their paid time volunteering in their local community. And as a Certified B corporation we are held to the highest social and environmental standards. So you know if we say something is important, we're doing something about it.

A career at Tom’s is one that encourages teamwork, flexibility, and big ideas that help us do better. As a part of the Colgate-Palmolive family, we offer great opportunities for people looking for global experience through work that is challenging and always rewarding.

Information at a Glance

Job Title: Associate Brand Manager - Personal Care

Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time

Posting Start Date: 5/5/26

Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #172859 - New York, New York, 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.

Summary:
Tom’s of Maine is the pioneer of the Naturals World, paving the way for over 50 years! We are passionate, driven and actively doing good every day. This matters so much because at Tom’s we do things differently. Better products, better practices, better ways of being a business. We’re transforming into a sustainable innovation company and want to share our knowledge with the world. Come be part of our movement.

Are you a passionate visionary ready to drive business growth while making a positive impact on the world?

As the Associate Brand Manager for Personal Care at Tom's of Maine, you will develop and commercialize end-to-end marketing strategies that achieve ambitious share, sales, and profit targets. By driving our business forward, you enable us to fulfill our core mission: doing more good.

Our Commitment: We proudly give 10% of our profits back to the community. When you help us grow, you help us give back.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Brand Growth

Drive the Vision: Develop and implement robust brand strategies grounded in sound analytics, consumer data, and market insights.
Own the Business: Act as the strategic owner of the portfolio, driving Brand Growth Plans, Revenue Growth Management (RGM), and Funding the Growth (FTG) strategies.
Manage the Financials: Oversee all business financials, including comprehensive brand P&L budgeting, forecasting, and tracking.
Uncover Insights: Develop and activate people-centric insights driven by a keen understanding of cultural trends, customer behavior, and data synthesis.

Marketing Execution & Innovation

Launch & Innovate: Spearhead the launch of new products and build impactful go-to-market strategies.
Craft the Message: Participate in brand planning, brief brand communication strategies, and partner with key agencies to deliver high-impact, integrated marketing campaigns.
Empower Sales: Partner closely with the sales team to translate brand strategies into captivating selling stories for our retail partners.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Operations

Lead the Team: Motivate and guide a cross-functional team (Customer Development, R&D, Insights, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to prioritize and execute commercialization efforts.
Run the Day-to-Day: Oversee everyday operations, including budget management, plant volume forecasting, and seamless communication among key stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree ideally in Marketing, Finance, Sales or related fields
6+ years or 4+ years with MBA/Masters of commercial experience, preferably in Marketing or Sales
Key involvement in Business Analysis, Marketing Plan development, and cross-functional project management

Preferred Qualifications:

Data-Driven Strategist: Combines strong analytical skills with creativity and curiosity to develop growth-oriented strategies.
Proactive & Resilient: A self-directed, high-initiative worker who remains agile and focused in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Cross-Functional Catalyst: Expert at navigating all levels of management to influence stakeholders and build seamless, collaborative partnerships.
Exceptional Communicator: Possesses the interpersonal skills necessary to drive results through teamwork and shared goals.
Naturals Specialist: Driven by a deep passion for and comprehensive understanding of the Naturals Category.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $ - $ 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.

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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