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Job Number #165315 - New York, New York, 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.
Global Design is the creative, visionary team responsible for the Colgate-Palmolive global portfolio of products, which are found in 75% of homes around the world. We have over 20 brands in five categories – Home Care, Oral Care, Personal Care, Skin Health, and Pet Care. Our deliverables range from the emotional components of a brand (look, tone, and feel, brand identity) to the visual identity (product and package design, digital, video, and photo production) for all of our brands. We are design-obsessed.
We're looking for a freelance Brand Design Manager to join our Global Design team. The ideal candidate is an experienced CPG Brand Design Manager, capable of leading branding and visual design efforts within our Oral Care businesses. This role requires a strong grasp of creative processes, excellent communication and project management skills, working with cross functional teams on global brands.
- This is a freelance position through December 2025 and will be managed through a 3rd party staffing partner. Only qualified candidates who apply directly through the job posting can be considered. No 3rd party solicitations.
What you will do :
Strategic Leadership in Brand Design :
Manage and lead medium complexity and medium impact business initiatives with a day-to-day perspective of the organization.Drive the strategic development and implementation of the overall design vision for select brands.Collaborate with marketing teams and design partners to ensure the execution of design principles that align with the broader brand strategy.Assist in maintaining global brand consistency by contributing to and adhering to brand governance frameworks.Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams :
Partner with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Packaging, Engineering, and Insights, to align design strategies with overall business goals.Work closely with Senior Brand Design Manager, providing input and support to ensure design initiatives reflect the global brand vision and marketing strategy.Project and Resource Management :
Lead the planning and execution of design projects in collaboration with the Senior Design Manager, managing tasks within defined schedules and budgets.Support the creation of Design Briefs and Project Plans, ensuring high standards in packaging and other brand experience projects.Collaborate with external creative partners, such as agencies, photographers, and illustrators, to maintain quality and consistency in design work.Monitor project timelines and budget adherence, ensuring seamless handoffs and integration from design to production.Communication and Influence :
Effectively communicate and execute design vision and strategy to internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.Develop and deliver presentations that convey creative strategies and influence design decisions throughout the organization.Basic qualifications :
A Bachelor's Degree in Design or a related field8 years of experience in brand design / design managementProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, GSuite, and other relevant design software / toolsA visual portfolio showcasing expertise in CPG design and design strategyDemonstrated ability to develop and implement successful design strategiesFamiliarity with packaging printing processesStrong understanding of the design process from concept to executionLaser-sharp project management skillsNYC accessible and able to work in office 3 days a week and as required by the business needsPreferred qualifications :
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skillsExperience with cross-functional collaborationMeticulous attention to detail, with excellent typography and color management skillsAbility to inspire and contribute to a collaborative and innovative environmentFlexible, open team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work autonomously in a global contextCompensation and Benefits
Salary Range $75.00 - $90.00 USD / hr
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Salary : $75 - $90
