Global Head, Flavors & Fragrance

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Job Number #168858 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

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.
 

Colgate Palmolive seeks an accomplished and dynamic leader to fill the pivotal role of Global Head,  Flavors and Fragrances. This executive will be responsible for driving the strategic direction, innovation, and operational excellence of flavor and fragrance development across the company's diverse and expansive global product portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical understanding of Flavor and/or Fragrance development, extensive industry experience, exceptional leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of delivering breakthrough innovations that resonate with consumers worldwide. This role is critical to enhancing brand differentiation, ensuring perceivable superiority, fostering consumer loyalty, and driving profitable growth.

Position Overview:

 In this role,  you will be in charge of the development and execution of a comprehensive, global strategy to elevate and optimize flavor and fragrance experiences within Colgate Palmolive’s product lines. You will lead a multidisciplinary team dedicated to research, development, and the application of cutting-edge Flavor and Fragrance solutions and technologies. Your vision will be instrumental in crafting unique and memorable product experiences that align with evolving consumer preferences and market trends. This senior leadership position demands a strategic thinker with a strong operational focus, capable of fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Core Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership and Vision: Formulate and implement a visionary global flavor and fragrance strategy that supports Colgate Palmolive's overall business objectives and growth targets. Align this strategy with global market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and emerging consumer trends.
  
  

• Innovation and Research & Development: Champion innovation in Flavor and Fragrance science and technology, leading a team of highly skilled Flavorists, Fragrance Development Leaders, Scientists, Researchers, and Technicians in the creation, evaluation, and refinement of flavors and fragrances. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking.
  
  

• Team Leadership and Development: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing global team. Drive professional development initiatives, foster cross-functional collaboration, and ensure alignment with company values and goals.
  
  

• External Partnerships and Supplier Management: Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key external suppliers, partners, and research institutions within the flavor and fragrance industry. Ensure quality control, and leverage external expertise to drive innovation.
  
  

• Regulatory Compliance and Safety: Ensure strict adherence to all global regulatory requirements, safety standards, and ethical guidelines related to flavor and fragrance development and application. Stay abreast of evolving regulations and industry best practices.
  
  

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner closely with marketing, product development, implementation and support, supply chain, insights and regulatory affairs teams to translate consumer insights into actionable product strategies. Ensure seamless integration of flavor and fragrance development into the product lifecycle.
  
  

• Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage the annual budget for the Global Flavors and Fragrances department. Allocate resources effectively, monitor expenditures, and optimize operational efficiency.
  
  

• Market Intelligence and Trend Analysis: Conduct ongoing monitoring of industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activities. Identify emerging opportunities, assess potential risks, and proactively adapt strategies to maintain Colgate Palmolive’s competitive edge.