Director, Logistics Network Ops - Innovation

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Job Number #167698 - Overland Park, Kansas, 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.

The Director Network Operations - Innovation is responsible for strategic and operational leadership of the company's supply chain operations, focusing on optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of current operations and the integration of new technology and new business opportunities.  This role involves integration of logistics, inventory management, and the distribution network to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.  This includes managing cross functional supply chain relationships and coordinating operational initiatives and problem solving processes to ensure network success.

Responsibilities :

Drive innovation in logistics and supply chain processes, focusing on service, process, technology and cost management

Develops strategies and arrangements to ensure seamless implementation of network expansion and changes

Implement best practices and technologies

Leads integration and develops a collaborative environment with Manufacturing, Warehousing, Transportation, Logistics Planning, Finance, IT, and Customer Service Organization on logistics related tasks, procedures and implementations

Develop and maintain strategic relationships with third party providers while ensuring performance compliance with defined KPI’s

Leads the process for third-party Logistics contracts to support strategies

Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards to maintain product integrity

Leads and executes implementation of required technology improvements – EDI, 3PL WMS systems, DWM, etc.

Supports International Logistics needs, including special projects, as required

Required  Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree

Proven experience in a senior supply chain leadership role

10+ years Logistics Operations (Warehousing, Transportation, Planning)

Experience in managing multiple site distribution network

Experience managing third party providers ( contracting experience a plus)

Ability to travel to facilities

Preferred Qualifications :

PC Skills : Excel and Word; Google Tools - Sheets, Docs, Slides.

Knowledge and experience with SAP or similar software

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent performance / project management skills

Highly motivated with strong leadership and negotiation skills

Strong business / financial management skills

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $175,000.00 - $200,000.00 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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