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:  Oral Care Consultant
Travel Required?:  Travel - 75% of time or more
Posting Start Date:  11/05/2026
Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #173317 - Piraeus, Attiki, Greece

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.

Job Summary

Are you passionate about oral health and scientific innovation? As an Oral Care Consultant (OCC), you will be the face of Colgate Pharma, acting as the vital link between our cutting-edge research and dental professionals. Your mission is to build the Colgate demand generation model, ensuring our professional products become an essential part of every dental practice within your territory.

You will manage a dedicated geographic area, fostering long-term partnerships with dental offices and effectively communicating the science behind our technologies to drive recommendations and sales.

Key Responsibilities

  • Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with dental practices and key accounts to influence business results and product recommendations.

  • Demand Generation: Educate dentists and their staff on the clinical benefits and scientific technology of Colgate’s professional line to drive patient-side demand.

  • Territory Optimization: Categorize and prioritize dental offices within your territory to maximize coverage and ensure high-frequency, high-impact consulting visits.

  • Strategic Execution: Use data-driven tools to analyze territory performance and optimize visit schedules.

  • Sampling & Distribution: Leverage sales force resources to maximize product sampling and brand visibility through face-to-face interactions.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Biology, Business Administration, Marketing, or Communications.

  • Experience: A minimum of 2+ years of experience in medical or pharmaceutical sales (visiting doctors/healthcare professionals) is essential.

  • Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in the oral health or pharmaceutical sector.

  • Language: Fluency in English (written and verbal).

  • Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, etc.).

Preferred Skills:

  • Dynamic Presentation Skills: Ability to present scientific data clearly and persuasively to professional audiences.

  • Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and respond quickly to shifts in the internal or external dental environment.

  • Adaptability: Proven ability to navigate complex professional environments and build immediate rapport with practitioners.


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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