Job Description

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 recognised 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 programmes 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:  Sales Representative - Bogotá
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  18/02/2026
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No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #171714 - Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising 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.

As a Customer Development Executive, you are responsible for developing and executing robust commercial strategies designed to forge lasting partnerships, drive significant sales growth, and maximize market reach. You operate as a strategic business partner to key accounts in the Discounter & Convenience Channel, leveraging data-driven insights and analytics to consistently exceed performance targets and catalyze sustainable growth.


What You’ll Be Doing

 

  • Strategic Growth Leadership: You will lead the collaborative growth plan with our customers, co-creating annual roadmaps with our top partners to unlock mutual growth and category leadership.

  • Insights into Action: Move beyond the numbers. You’ll use advanced analytics to master pricing strategies, optimize assortments, and stay three steps ahead of market trends.

  • Execution Excellence: From new product launches to high-impact in-store activations, you’ll ensure our brand shines at the point of sale, working hand-in-hand with Trade Marketing and Supply Chain.

  • Mastering the "5Ps": You’ll be the guardian of our strategy across Discounters and Convenience channels, ensuring our presence is perfect in every aisle.

  • Relationship Building: You’re a natural connector. You’ll build high-trust relationships with key stakeholders, leading negotiations that create win-win scenarios.

 

Your Key Missions

 

  • Hit the Mark: Own your targets for Net Sales, Margin, and Market Share growth.

  • Operational Precision: Keep the gears turning by managing inventory days, ensuring "On Time & Complete" delivery, and maintaining a healthy DSO.

  • Forecast & Conquer: Collaborate with planning teams to ensure our products are always where the consumer needs them, minimizing out-of-stocks.

 

What we’re looking for: 

 

  • Dynamic and results-driven sales executive with proven success

  • Demonstrated expertise in commercial strategy, account management, relationship building, and cross-functional leadership, with a strong record of achieving ambitious sales and growth targets 

  • Adept at leveraging data and customer insights to shape business plans and deliver innovation for both company and partners

  • Well-versed in best practices of leading FMCG multinationals, combining analytical acumen with impeccable execution to drive sustainable, profitable growth. 

  

What you need to apply (required qualifications):

 

  • Bachelor's Degree (preferably in business-related fields)

  • 2 + years of Commercial Experience as a Trainee, supervisor Field CD, Retail Marketing or Marketing function

  • SAP, BI, ITT, Nielsen, PPT, Windows or Google Tools

  • Upper intermediate - Advanced level of English


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, colour, 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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