Job Title:  Administrative Assistant (Supply Chain and CS&L)

No Relocation Assistance Offered
# 159264 - Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia

Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!
 

The objective of the Administrative Assistant is to assist the director of Supply Chain and Logistics in their general administrative functions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating and managing the end-to-end functions related to supply chain and logistics, working closely with both directors to ensure smooth operations.
• Organize and manage logistics for events, meetings, and conferences attended by the Supply Director and CS&L Director. This includes arranging venues, catering, audiovisual equipment, and any other requirements.
• Handle travel arrangements for visitors and stakeholders related to supply chain and logistics, such as booking flights, hotels, ground transportation, and managing travel itineraries.
• Manage shopping carts and procurement processes, including purchasing office supplies, equipment, and other necessary items for the directors and their teams.
• Manage and update the calendars of the Supply Director and CS&L Director, scheduling appointments, meetings, and events as required. Act as the primary point of contact for incoming calls from individuals seeking meetings with the directors, scheduling and coordinating meetings based on availability and priority. Maintain a professional and courteous manner in all communications, relaying messages, responding to inquiries, and facilitating effective communication channels between the directors and internal/external stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing and managing expense reports, reimbursements, and budget tracking for supply chain and logistics activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Assist with special projects for the E2E.
   

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• +6 years of experience in a similar role
• Advanced english level
• Proficient in MS Office or similar collaborative tools
• Desirable experience with SAP

Our Commitment to Sustainability
With the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact. We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

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 contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.

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