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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.
Job Title: Senior Oral Care Consultant
Travel Required?: Travel - 50% of time
Hybrid
No Relocation Assistance Offered
# 161125 - Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.
We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.
If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!
Senior Oral Care Consultant
Do you want to be part of a diverse team that is building a future to smile about? What about having the opportunity to connect with others across the world and make an impact with your brand? If this is what energizes you, Colgate-Palmolive is the place to be!
We are looking for a Senior Oral Care Consultant (OCC) who will be at the forefront of our mission to help deliver top-tier oral health products. The Senior OCC will report into the Senior Marketing Manager Oral Care.
This position is threefold:
First, the Senior OCC will visit dental offices with the aim of building strong relationships with dental professionals, to drive recommendation and endorsement for our product portfolio.
Second, the Senior OCC spends a third of their time on team management, meaning the coordination of tasks of the OCC team (5 persons) from our office in Weesp as well as joint traveling with other OCC’s on their mission. Ideally, the Senior OCC therefore lives about an hour's journey from Weesp.
Last but not least, the Senior OCC acts as a spokesperson for colleagues in the office, providing input when it comes to developments in the field and the resulting opportunities and possibilities. In doing so, they’re working closely with the internal scientific department (Scientific Affairs) and the professional marketing department.
What will you do?
Every day is different, but below is a sample of what to experience and expect to accomplish:
Achieve a set number of visits to dental offices with a focus on the province of Gelderland
Maintain relationships, encourage endorsement of our product portfolio among dental professionals that translates into active recommendations for patients
Education of (future) dental professionals about specific oral care indications and the benefits of our product formulas for elmex, meridol and Colgate Duraphat
Attend and provide support during conferences, symposia, regional meetings and other events where technical product information is also conveyed
Maintain and update customer data in our CRM system in which visits, track key points of the conversation and any feedback about our products are summarized
Enthusiastically engage dental practices and dental hygienist practices on our webshop where samples and other supporting material can be ordered
As people leader you will also take on the following coordinating tasks:
Join regular co-drives with the other OCCs where you provide feedback based on performance management tools
Coach and support of the other OCCs in their professional and personal development
Prepare and present management reports
WHOA, this is totally me!
An optimist in action: Dutch and English speaking. Hands-on “can do” approach, with willingness to learn and adapt quickly.
A proven track record of performance working in-field or field service experience with healthcare professionals. Experience in dentistry or pharmacy is a clear plus !
Strong communicator (both verbal and written) and persuasive skills both in 1:1 and in larger group setting with the ability to clearly and concisely communicate complex concepts such as medical and scientific data to clients
Great people leader who is also able to work independently and inspire others
What we offer you!
An enthusiastic, energetic and supportive team
Both national and international career opportunities in one of the world’s leading consumer goods company
Excellent salary & benefits package including a 13th month & a bonus & a car
On an annual basis you are granted 29 holidays
From the end of May till the end of September we have “Summer Hours” where we provide the flexibility to enjoy the weekend earlier on Friday afternoon
If you’ve read this far, we bet it’s because you’re serious about joining a group of passionate people, so just hit the “apply” button and submit your application.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
With the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact. We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.
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 contact [email protected] with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.
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