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:  Brand Manager CEE Local Brands
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  09/06/2026
Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #173899 - Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland

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.
 

BRAND MANAGER LOCAL BRANDS CEE 

Salary: 13 400 - 17 400 PLN gross monthly 

 

 

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Brand Manager for the CEE Hub, you will lead the growth strategy for our key personal care brands, including Lady Speed Stick, Mennen Speed Stick, and Protext. You will translate our broader regional vision into practical, effective marketing plans that drive strong results in local markets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Brand Growth & Strategy: 

  • Own and execute 3-year brand growth plans. 

  • Define local strategies for the 7Ps (portfolio, pricing, promotion, support) to drive market competitiveness and growth.

Innovation & Commercial Execution:

  •  Lead the end-to-end innovation process—from concept and launch to post-launch tracking.

  • Develop powerful trade stories to drive commercial success across the Hub.

Activation & Creative Management: 

  • Define and manage the annual brand experience calendar. 

  • Lead omni-event ideation, coordinate creative agencies, and ensure brand integrity through rigorous approval processes for all marketing materials.

Business Performance & Financials: 

  • Monitor and analyze key performance metrics (SOM, sales, MI goals). 

  • Proactively identify risks and growth opportunities while managing marketing budgets and financial performance.

Operational Excellence & Collaboration: 

  • Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (Sales, Finance, Supply, Retail Marketing) to ensure smooth operations, accurate demand planning, and portfolio management (including artwork/SKU development).

 

Experience & Education

  • Education: University degree

  • Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Brand Marketing, Trade Marketing, or Category Management.

  • Industry: FMCG background is required.

Skills & Competencies

  • Data & Financial Analysis: Skilled at interpreting market and sales data to track performance and manage marketing budgets.

  • Strategic Planning & Execution: Ability to design effective brand strategies and lead complex retail activations.

  • Communication: Excellent presentation skills, with professional fluency in English.

  • Collaboration & Drive: A goal-oriented team player who effectively influences stakeholders and thrives in fast-paced environments.

  • Technical Skills: Experience with Google Workspace tools is a plus.

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: 13 400 - 17 400 PLN gross monthly 


The salary level is determined by the objective evaluation of the position's requirements, such as required skills, effort, responsibility, and working conditions, which places the role into a specific level within the company's compensation framework.

Employees will also be eligible to theannual bonus plan - on target 8% of base annual salary linked to company and individual performance. 

The conditions of payment of the salary and benefits referred to above are regulated by the Employer’s Remuneration regulations which shall be submitted to employment candidates at the later stage of the recruitment process.

Benefits Package:

  • Group insurance and Medicover healthcare package (employee contribution is 1 PLN for each benefit monthly);

  • Dental care subsidy;

  • Sport card (Medicover Sport);

  • Employee Capital Plan (PPK) with employer contribution above mandated one;

  • Company Stock Saving Plan;

  • Co-financing of meals in the amount of PLN 200 gross per month;

  • Store with company products;

  • Financial and in-kind rewards for additional achievements;

  • Social Fund (holidays contribution, prepaid cards for Christmas, Majówka and Sport&Culture);

  • Employee Assistance Program;

  • Employee referral program;

Detailed information regarding benefits will be provided additionally.

 


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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