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:  Colgate Emerging Leaders Program 2026
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  17/12/2025

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #170973 - Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

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.
 

Colgate Emerging Leaders Graduate Program 2026

The Colgate-Palmolive Emerging Leaders program, provides early in career graduates the opportunity to start their development & growth journey within our commercial function organization with a focus on Customer Development, Customer Service & Logistics, and Marketing.

Successful candidates will gain practical learning experience via job rotations and project assignments.  Upon successful completion of the 24-month rotation program, the Commercial Trainee could be offered a permanent role in the company based on individual performance and business needs. As a part of our commercial team, you can help Colgate-Palmolive serve our consumers and customers every day by taking winning actions for brands, contributing to category growth, and building stronger consumer engagement for joint value exchange. 

 

Education / Experience / Competencies Required:

  • Minimum Bachelor of Commerce, Degree / Honors equivalent is preferable in:
    •  Strategic Marketing/ Management /Business Management or related studies
    • Digital/Analytics
  • 0-2  years of working experience (Would be advantageous)
  • Possess analytical & problem-solving skills
  • Numerate with good attention to detail
  • Result-focused with strong leadership, and able to work well in a team-oriented environment
  • Strong implementation/team building /collaboration and  project management skills
  • Ability to work well under time pressure.


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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