Colgate-Palmolive

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About the position Responsibilities • Lead the execution of the digital transformation agenda for Global Procurement, with a primary focus on AI-driven innovation and process optimization, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and objectives. • Act as the project manager for key digital initiatives, overseeing planning, development, rollout, and scaling of procurement digital solutions. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including GIT, Finance, GSC Digital team, and external partners, to develop and implement digital procurement strategies. • Drive the adoption and utilization of digital tools and AI technologies across Global Procurement. • Analyze current procurement processes, identify automation and AI opportunities, and deliver solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve data-driven decision-making, in collaboration with the Procurement Integration and Operation Centers. • Collaborate with the D3 and project owners to develop and monitor KPIs to measure the effectiveness and impact of digital initiatives. • Serve as a change champion, promoting digital ways of working, upskilling teams, and ensuring smooth adoption of new technologies. • Stay current with emerging digital, AI, and procurement trends to continuously advance the organization's digital capabilities. • Lead the implementation of North Star team projects. • Contribute to the development and execution of the digital transformation roadmap for the Procurement department, aligning with overall business objectives and technology strategies. • Prepare and summarize presentations for the CPO, providing updates on project status, key achievements, and potential risks. • Stakeholder Management; engage with stakeholders at all levels to communicate project updates, gather feedback, and address concerns. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related fields. • 3+ years of relevant experience in Digital Transformation, Procurement, and/or Project Management within a global organization. • Proven track record of executing digital and AI-enabled projects in procurement or supply chain environments. • Deep understanding of procurement processes, digital technologies, and AI applications in procurement and operations. Nice-to-haves • Experience executing digital transformation projects in multinational organizations. • Master's degree. • Familiarity with procurement systems (SAP Ariba, AI Hub, etc.), automation tools (RPA), and AI-powered analytics platforms. • Strong project management skills, including stakeholder engagement, risk management, and change management. • Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for cross-functional engagement. • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate technology into business value. • Agile, results-oriented approach with strong problem-solving abilities. Benefits • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage. • Participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. • Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays. • Paid sick leave adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws.