Sr Manager, Professional Innovation

No Relocation Assistance Offered. Job Number #173104 - OverlandKansas, UnitedStates. Work visa sponsorship is available for this position. Company Overview 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. Hill’s, part of the Colgate‑Palmolive family, is the U.S. #1 veterinarian‑recommended pet food brand, backed by science and 220+ veterinarians, PhD nutritionists and food scientists. Position Overview The Senior Manager, Professional Innovation, is part of the Global Professional and Veterinary Affairs (GPVA) team and reports to the Senior Director, Scientific Affairs & Innovation. The role gathers feedback from veterinary professionals and collaborates with global growth, innovation, science, regulatory, legal, and regional/global teams to advance innovation from ideation to launch and support the medical architecture of one of Hill’s Innovation verticals. Responsibilities Act as the Technical Content SME to translate clinical study data into core "Technical Scientific Logic". Hand off medical blueprints via comprehensive Innovation Summaries and Clinical Evidence Reports (CERs) to GPVA education & communication teams and Global Marketing. Deliver high-level technical content for commercial and educational assets. Provide professional and key thought‑leader input to GGIT and S&T to support product ideation. Develop "Gold Standard" nutritional protocols for complex segments. Define the medical logic that enables the veterinary profession to standardize care across hospitals. Gather global internal feedback and serve as the voice of the profession across all phases of innovation from concept to launch. Win the profession’s trust, usage, and recommendations by applying disease‑centric strategies to grow Hill’s nutritional opportunities. Partner closely with GGIT and global/regional PVA teams to support key therapeutic categories, build thought‑leader advocacy, and execute global product launches. Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans to drive endorsement and recommendation of Hill’s products. Create materials and educational opportunities that inspire internal confidence in new products at launch. Keep product information up to date for selected focus areas. Serve as a Global Spokesperson by creating and delivering presentations that educate the veterinary healthcare team about the support behind Hill’s products. Communicate about innovative products at conferences and congresses and serve as a Medical Association Liaison and "Technical Expert" for top‑to‑top clinical discussions with specialized medical boards. Provide strategic input for long‑term (H2/H3) innovation in respective categories. Required Qualifications DVM or equivalent degree. 8+ years in primary veterinary practice, or 6+ years in residency training and practice if a veterinary specialist. Board certification alongside prior experience in the animal health industry. Preferred Qualifications PhD in related sciences. Board certification in veterinary clinical nutrition or internal medicine (with emphasis on cats and dogs). Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $124,000.00 – $174,000.00 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: comprehensive 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. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays. Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr