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 recognized 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 programs 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:  Logistic Coordinator
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  6/23/26
Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #174421 - Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Santa Cruz, Bolivia

Who We Are

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

Role Summary

The Logistic Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and executing daily logistics operations, ensuring an efficient end-to-end flow across warehousing, distribution, international traffic, and customer service. Acting as a vital link between operational execution and tactical planning, this position manages inbound product sourcing from key regional hubs) and serves as the primary commercial face to the Sales team for customer dispatch issues. A primary focus of this role will be driving synergies, managing high-pressure logistics budgets, and spearheading the change management required to consolidate new distribution models and processes.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • End-to-End Operational Supervision: Direct daily activities across warehousing, distribution networks, international traffic, and customer service to ensure smooth product flow to local distribution centers.

  • KPI Management & Financial Control: Monitor and report core metrics—including OTIF, Fill Rate, Logistics Costs, and Inventory Coverage—while strictly tracking the logistics budget to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency gains in transport.

  • Regulatory Coordination & Compliance: Partner closely with Regulatory Affairs and local sanitary authorities to guarantee all import permits, customs clearances, and dispatches comply with Quality, EOHS, and legal guidelines, avoiding distribution delays.

  • Cross-Functional Communication & Issue Resolution: Act as the main point of contact for the Sales and Commercial teams; resolve real-time floor crises such as truck transit issues, route alterations, stock out consolidations, and delivery failures.

  • Change Management & Process Synergy: Lead the local implementation and consolidation of new logistics frameworks, working closely with regional Hubs to standardize processes and maximize distribution synergies.

  • Team Leadership & Capabilities Development: Direct, mentor, and strengthen the skills of the operational logistics, traffic, and customer service staff, leveraging predictive analytics or digital tools to foster data-driven decision-making.

 

Required Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • Experience: 3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Customer Service operations, including at least 1 year of experience directly supervising administrative personnel or leading corporate operational workflows.

  • Technical Knowledge: Solid practical grounding in international traffic/import tracking, inventory management, warehousing, distribution networks, and basic financial tracking (budget control).

  • Software: Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Workspace.

  • Languages: Upper-Intermediate to Advanced English is required. Must be capable of fluent professional business communication, corporate presentations, and hosting global audits.

 

Desired Qualifications

  • Systems Mastery: Hands-on experience or "Key-User" proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and WMS (Warehouse Management Systems).

  • Conflict Resolution: Outstanding negotiation, communication, and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to resolve operational conflicts and work under high-pressure budget environments.

  • Continuous Improvement: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on data tracking and process optimization.


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, 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 complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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