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Analyst, PLM Business & Systems

Colgate-Palmolive

Piscataway, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$76,800–$107,500 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Animal Nutrition, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Administration, Business Analysis, Business Solutions, Change Management, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Customer Acquisition, Data Mapping, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Diversity, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Functional Requirements Document (FRD), Home Care, Leadership, Master Data Management (MDM), Multilingual, Personal Care, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Lifecycle, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Execution, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance Methodology, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Research & Development (R&D), Risk, SAP, SAP PLM, Scalable System Development, Skin Care, Software Testing, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Stock Keeping Unit (SKU), Supply Chain, System Test, System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Talent Management, Technical Delivery, Test Scripts, Time Management, Workflow Analysis
LOCATION
Piscataway, NJ
POSTED
3 days ago
No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #173583 - 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.


Role Summary


We are seeking a strategic and user-focused PLM Business & Systems Analyst to serve as the critical bridge between our product development teams (R&D, Quality, Supply Chain) and our technical IT developers. In this role, you will leverage your knowledge of PLM configurations to propose system-based solutions to complex business problems. You will be responsible for translating intricate business needs into clear IT deliverables, mapping cross-system workflows, and driving user adoption. The ideal candidate is an analytical problem-solver who can navigate risk-averse environments and advocate for a "data-first" culture, ensuring our product data is structured for future analytics and seamless enterprise integration.


Responsibilities


+ Business Analysis & Workflow Optimization: Partner with stakeholders to translate complex needs into Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) and Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs). Map cross-system processes spanning PLM and SAP , and integrate global compliance regulations into workflows. Conduct system testing and communicate system changes as tangible end-user benefits.

+ Data Governance & Lifecycle Management: Enforce master data management (MDM) rules , define ETL data mapping requirements , and translate end-of-life and archiving requirements into actionable system rules. Partner with Data Stewards to prioritize data cleansing efforts.

+ Cross-Functional Communication & Change Management: Act as the "bilingual" bridge between IT and business teams. Drive user adoption by updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) , and advocate for a "data-first" culture to prepare for future AI utilization.

+ Project Management & Execution: Manage project plans for system enhancements, facilitate cross-functional meetings , and consistently deliver high-quality system enhancements, test scripts, and process maps on schedule.


Required Qualifications


+ Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Engineering, Science, or a related field.

+ 2+ years of experience acting as a Business Analyst, Systems Analyst, or Process Owner for enterprise PLM, ERP, or R&D systems (e.g., Dassault, Siemens, Centric, SAP PLM, Veeva).

+ Experience writing comprehensive BRDs, FRDs, and user stories.


+ Familiarity with data governance principles, ETL mapping, and system validation processes (e.g., 21 CFR Part 11).


Preferred Qualifications


+ Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Engineering, Science, or a related field.

+ Experience in gathering requirements, system implementation, and end-to-end software testing.

+ Understanding of the Product Development lifecycle and how product data feeds into downstream supply chain systems (e.g., understanding SAP terms like ROH, HALB, WIP, SKU).

+ Familiarity with data governance principles, ETL mapping, and system validation processes (e.g., 21 CFR Part 11).

+ Capable of developing efficient, scalable solutions to complex historical process issues.

+ Exceptional communication skills with the ability to mediate between highly technical and non-technical groups.

+ Strong relationship-building skills, capable of driving change and enforcing data rules diplomatically without direct authority.


Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $76,800.00 - $107,500.00 USD


Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.


Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.


Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.


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 complete this request form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxk_eF4utznQoVHlxmL9jVFJbOkM4Oe5CAdKOg-h9EPdLfg/viewform) should you require accommodation.


For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here (https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/content/dam/cp-sites/corporate/corporate/en_us/corp/locale-assets/pdf/colgate-terms-and-conditions-2023.pdf) .


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About the Company

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Colgate-Palmolive

The small soap and candle business that William Colgate began in New York City early in the 19th century is now, more than 200 years later, a truly global company serving hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide. Throughout this history, Colgate people and Colgate values have been at the heart of our success. Today, Colgate focuses on four core businesses Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate now sells its products in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
WEBSITE
https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us

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