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Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

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.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.
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Job Title:  Head of Retail Marketing, Benelux
Travel Required:  Travel - 50% of time
Posting Start Date:  1/26/21
Temporarily Remote

No Relocation Assistance Offered
# 96682 - Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

Today we are looking for :

Head of Retail Marketing Benelux

(Full time)

In this position we are looking for an innovative leader who brings strong strategic perspective and vision and is able to translate Hub/Divisional strategy on a Benelux level. S(he) plays a vital role in guiding the Marketing Team by overseeing the planning and prioritizing of the multiple marketing projects across teams and contributing to the diverse day-to-day activities and brand initiatives. In this role s(he) is encouraged to develop and lead the marketing team to increase their skills, productivity, and focus on high priority initiatives. Additionally (s)he will further the simplification and standardization of processes within the team’s working and thus increase results. 

 

It is a visible position within the organization directly reporting to the Benelux General Manager, responsible for managing a medium size Marketing team (counting 14 permanent positions including 6 direct reports and 6-7 interns) as well as taking upon a broader set of responsibilities within the Benelux management team. 

 

 Key accountabilities and responsibilities: 

  • Lead the monthly commercial process to monitor business health and identify appropriate plans and incremental opportunities to deliver and exceed KPIs
  • Drive the category Budget and Planning process including forecasting of volume, ASP, category dynamics, volume/value shares and relationship of shipments to consumption
  • Drive RGM (Revenue Growth Mgnt) thru intensive collaboration with Hub Mkt; Finance; and Customer Development
  • Develop RE strategies and shopper solutions based on robust insight
  • Marketing activation and local touch point expertise
  • Co-Develop WE Hub/Benelux innovation grid based on Division grids. Influence division bundle development and timing to improve local success and identify further opportunities
  • Lead and develop the Benelux Retail Marketing team: Motivate, mentor and empower the team in the development and execution of best in brand and digital (retail-) marketing plans

 

Profile

  • Internationally mobile: Weesp (NL) and Brussels (BE) – expect to work at least 40% of time in each country
  • Bachelor degree required; Master degree is a plus 
  • Minimum 8 years of work experience, ideally in the FMCG branch; management experience is a plus! 
  • Fluent in English and Dutch, French is a big plus
  • An excellent communicator easily adapting communication towards different audiences  in a clear, concise, and appropriate manner / an engaging storyteller to conduct customer presentations
  • A leader with effective managerial and interpersonal style  fosters a strong sense of collaboration
  • A positive can-do attitude that persists regardless of challenges 
  • Can easily manage the creative process and facilitate brainstorming, always remaining open to the ideas of the others
  • Thorough planning and priority setting and keeps sight of the overall view
  • Strong analytic and decision making skills facilitating deep commercial and financial understanding

 

Offer

  • A unique opportunity to be part of an ambitious and successful team
  • An attractive salary package including a 13th month and bonus
  • Professional advantages of a multicultural environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements
  • International career possibilities

 

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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.

Are you interested in working for Colgate-Palmolive? You can apply online and attach all relevant documents such as a cover letter and resume or CV. Applications received by e-mail are not considered in the selection process. Become part of our team. We look forward to your application.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate sells its products in over 200 countries and territories around the world under such internationally recognised brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Sorriso, Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sanex, Elta MD, PCA Skin, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet.  

For more information about Colgate’s global business, visit the Company’s web site at http://www.colgatepalmolive.com. To learn more about Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® oral health education program, please visit http://www.colgatebsbf.com. To learn more about Hill's and the Hill’s Food, Shelter & Love program please visit http://www.hillspet.com. To learn more about Tom’s of Maine  please visit  http://www.tomsofmaine.com.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.
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