Sales Executive – Consumer Goods (Evergreen)

About the role

As a Sales Executive for Colgate‑Palmolive, you will lead the commercial strategy for assigned accounts across multiple channels, driving growth and market share for the company’s consumer‑goods portfolio. This evergreen position is designed to build a talent pipeline for future opportunities, allowing you to shape the business while working closely with distributors and sales teams.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies for assigned chains and accounts to meet sales targets and increase market share.
• Manage relationships with key customers, acting as the primary contact for business development and negotiations.
• Oversee the performance of four distributors and their sales and marketing teams, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities.
• Conduct regular trade visits to identify opportunities, monitor competitors, and ensure correct execution of the 5Ps at point of sale.
• Drive distribution and coverage goals within wholesale, small, and store‑to‑retail channels.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree completed.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in sales, commercial or trade‑marketing roles within a mass‑consumption (CPG) environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Google Suite.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience using SAP, Business Intelligence (BI) tools, ITT and Nielsen systems.