What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Integration Manager, HPC (170880) position at Colgate-Palmolive?
Requisition ID 170880 - Posted 12/11/2025 - Marketing - United States - New York - New York - Colgate-Palmolive - No Travel - Hybrid
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #170880 - 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.
Job Number #170880 - 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.
Role Summary/Purpose:
- The Design Integration Manager (DIM) manages the creation of Master Bundles and is the bridge between the Global Design Team and Design Execution Teams (DEM).
Responsibilities:
- Drive the Design Integration Process – the bridge between the Design Creation Phase and Packaging Artwork phase – the output which results in a Master Bundle being uploaded to begin our Execution Phase.
- Assess each project’s objectives and develop the best strategic workflow for efficiency and success
- Ensure the seamless transition of finalized Adoption design/templates to the Artwork execution process. Including color standards, image rights and type licensing.
- Support the development and implementation of a globally integrated packaging design-to-print process.
- Partner with Design Managers, Artwork Coordinators, and External Partners [Design Agencies, Comp Providers, & Print Suppliers] for seamless development and execution of packaging design Master Bundles including stakeholder communication throughout the project life-cycle.
- Proactively lead color feasibility studies (i.e. comping & target development as needed) to ensure flawless execution.
- Partner with third party agencies (Adaptive Design Agencies, Regional Artwork providers & Coordinators) to plan and execute projects
- Lead Pre-production meetings with Division Brand Design Managers & third party agencies partners to prepare workflow and troubleshoot prior to design lock / handoff.
- Plan & coordinate execution activities with both internal on-site studio & external production agencies, the status / forecasting, and meetings with Design Execution managers.
- Communicate project status & timing to key business partners
- Support the roll out of a global print color management program
- Maintain communication with divisions; manage and communicate updated standards and guidelines
- Troubleshoot artwork, prepress, & printing issues as needed as SME/Resource
Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Design or a related field is required.
- 7 years experience in a creative agency or in-house agency or internal brand design management
- Strong understanding of print techniques
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, GSuite, and other relevant design software/tools
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the CPG industry
- Excellent project management skills
- Excellent communication (verbal & written), strong interpersonal and team facilitation skills are required
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $106,000.00 - $150,000.00 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 should you require accommodation.
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Salary : $106,000 - $150,000