Customer Development Manager FMCG Grocery

Customer Development Manager UK FMCG Grocery

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.

Information at a Glance

Job Title:

Customer Development Manager UK FMCG Grocery

Travel Required:

50% of time

Posting

Start Date:

11/07/2025

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number: 168162 - Nationwide, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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.

Woking, Surrey

Customer Development Director

Join Colgate Palmolive, a global leader investing in your career, our world-renowned brands, and cutting-edge technology. We’re committed to a culture built on Caring, Inclusion, and Courage
, providing a place where your decisions make a tangible impact on our business and market position.

• World‑Class Brands:
  Partner with iconic brands and contribute to global strategies.
• Impact & Autonomy:
  Operate in a fast‑paced environment with personal accountability to directly influence our day‑to‑day performance and long‑term strategy.
• Future‑Ready Workplace:
  We are investing heavily in new tools and technology, including AI, to empower our teams, streamline processes, and make your role more strategic and fulfilling. You will be at the forefront of commercial innovation.

As a pivotal member of the Customer Development Team, you will be instrumental in driving budgeted sales and profit growth, shaping a sustainable, mutually prosperous business model, and spearheading innovation within one of our most critical accounts.

• Financial & Growth Stewardship: Consistently exceed net sales, margin, and profit targets. You will develop, implement, and actively manage a dynamic Joint Business Plan, taking full ownership of customer forecast volumes, sales, and investment, including meticulous management of the 5P planning process and financial accruals.
• Strategic & Commercial Acumen: Leverage sharp commercial instincts to interrogate business performance, swiftly identify critical issues and untapped opportunities, and lead effective resolution and optimization initiatives. You will develop and rigorously implement a forward‑thinking 3‑year retailer strategy.
• Retailer & Shopper Expertise: Cultivate robust external networks to gain unparalleled insights into the retailer landscape. Develop a profound understanding of the client's strategic imperatives and shopper…