People Experience Partner

Colgate-Palmolive is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries, providing oral, personal, home care and pet nutrition brands to millions of consumers worldwide. Job Overview Hybrid work location, primary in Piscataway, New Jersey. Travel required up to 10% of time. Responsibilities Execute critical global HR programs—including performance management, talent planning, learning & development, and compensation—in close partnership with People Business Partners and Center of Excellence teams. Support the People Experience team in implementing new global programs in the context of the business and region with CoE teams. Ensure high‑quality experience around the "moments that matter" within the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, off‑boarding, and key career transitions. Coach and advise managers on employee relations, performance management, career development, and leadership capabilities to elevate team performance and engagement. Manage employee relations cases, applying sound judgment and conflict resolution with Legal and business stakeholders. Partner with Ethics & Compliance on investigations to maintain a positive and inclusive work environment. Utilize data analytics and organizational diagnostics to identify trends and translate insights into actionable solutions for the business. Drive continuous improvement by identifying operational bottlenecks and leveraging AI and digital tools to optimize HR service delivery. Provide on‑the‑ground feedback and insights to People Business Partners, CoE, and CBS to keep the broader People function connected to organizational reality. Participate in agile Global People projects and initiatives. Required Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of relevant human resources or business experience. Demonstrated ownership in managing competing priorities and timelines to accomplish overlapping activities. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree or professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR). Experience in the CPG or FMCG industry implementing scalable HR processes and global programs within a multi‑national environment. Strong advisory skills to coach managers and employees. Advanced emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills to manage complex employee relations. Experience with identifying gaps and driving continuous improvement for HR programs and initiatives. Demonstrated proficiency in managing stakeholders across the HR function or across multiple functions. Demonstrated ability to manage change and navigate ambiguity in a fast‑paced, matrixed organization and manage multiple HR initiatives with high detail orientation. Proven proficiency in leveraging AI, data analytics, and HR technologies (e.g., self‑service portals) to drive insights and workflow optimization. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $86,000.00 - $121,000.00 USD. Pay determined by experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit‑sharing, and long‑term incentives for executive‑level roles. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and 401(k) retirement plan participation with company matching contributions subject to eligibility. Additional benefits: minimum 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays. Paid sick leave policy aligns with local laws. 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 the accommodation request form if required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Colgate