How to Apply for the Colgate Palmolive Emerging Leaders Graduate Programme in South Africa 2025

How to Apply for the Colgate Palmolive Emerging Leaders Graduate Programme in South Africa 2025

The Colgate-Palmolive Company is a compassionate, forward-thinking business that is creating a world where everyone, their pets, and the environment may have better lives. Join our international team to give your career a reason to smile and if you want to work for an organization that upholds its ideals!

Job Title: Emerging Leaders Graduate Program 2025
Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
Travel Required?: No
Relocation Assistance: No

Who We Are:

Colgate-Palmolive is an innovative and growth-focused company operating in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, and Pet Nutrition across more than 200 countries. Our well-known brands include Colgate, Palmolive, Tom’s of Maine, Fabuloso, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, and many more. We prioritize sustainability, community well-being, and environmental conservation, with significant progress in reducing plastic waste, saving water, and promoting recyclability.

Program Overview:

The Emerging Leaders Graduate Program is a 24-month development opportunity designed for early-career graduates to grow and develop their skills within the commercial functions of Colgate-Palmolive South Africa. These functions include Customer Development, Customer Service & Logistics, and Marketing. The program involves job rotations and project assignments, providing a comprehensive learning experience.

Upon successful completion of the program, participants may be offered permanent roles within the company based on their performance and business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Engage in job rotations within commercial functions.
• Work on diverse project assignments.
• Contribute to brand growth and consumer engagement.
• Assist in executing winning strategies for Colgate-Palmolive brands.
• Support business development and category growth initiatives.

Educational & Experience Requirements for the Colgate Palmolive Emerging Leaders Graduate Programme:

• Minimum B.Com Degree or Honors (preferably in Strategic Marketing, Management, Business Management, or related fields).
• 0-2 years of work experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Numerate with attention to detail.
• Results-oriented with leadership potential.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and under time pressure.
• Project management, team collaboration, and implementation skills.

Skills Required:

• Digital and data analytics proficiency.
• Strong leadership and collaboration abilities.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

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Colgate-Palmolive’s Commitment:

We are committed to sustainability and integrating it into every aspect of our business, aligned with our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.
We are also dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating an environment where employees feel valued and respected.

Benefits of the Colgate Palmolive Emerging Leaders Graduate Programme:

Colgate-Palmolive provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, and other protected categories.
Reasonable accommodations are available for persons with disabilities during the application process. If needed, please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject “Accommodation Request.”

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