Human Resources Operational Services Specialist Dominican Republic

Job Description 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. Information at a Glance Apply now Job Title: Human Resources Operational Services Specialist Dominican Republic Travel Required?: No Travel Posting Start Date: 7/30/26 On-site No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number #174609 - Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional (Santo Domingo), Dominican Republic 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. Discover Your Purpose: Role Summary Welcome to an exciting opportunity to drive operational excellence and employee satisfaction within our Colgate Business Services (CBS) team . Reporting directly to the Sr. HR Manager of CBS Operational Services based in Brazil, you will own the end-to-end execution of regional human resources operations for the Dominican Republic, including onboarding, personnel administration, compliance, and payroll coordination . Operating in a hybrid model (4 days in-office, 1 day home-based) from our Dominican Republic location, you will look for ways to streamline workflows through automation while acting as a trusted champion for our workforce's daily needs . Bring your passion for continuous improvement to a collaborative team that values your authentic contribution and helps build a future to smile about . Your Impact: Responsibilities Personnel & Leave Lifecycle Management: Manage Employee Central workflow requests, oversee local termination documentation, track secure employee records, and coordinate leaves of absence to align fully with regional regulations . Talent Onboarding & Learning Logistics: Execute dynamic onboarding programs for new hires, facilitating employment contracts and handling physical and digital logistics for training events to guarantee an exceptional employee transition . Payroll Integrity Coordination: Collect, verify, and complete complex employee data inputs—including hours worked, overtime, and specific pay components—to guarantee an error-free, timely payroll cycle . Continuous Process Improvement: Analyze existing HR workflows to identify, design, and implement technological enhancements and automations that reduce manual tasks and minimize processing errors . Vendor & Compliance Management: Administer vendor agreements, create purchase orders, and process invoices within the Ariba platform, while compiling critical documentary evidence for auditing and compliance reporting . Skills That Make Us Smile: Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field of study . 2 to 3 years of professional HR experience with a dedicated focus on personnel administration, onboarding, or compliance operations . Demonstrated experience utilizing core HR databases or systems, such as Employee Central or SAP SuccessFactors . Advanced English level . Brighten Your Potential: Preferred Qualifications Hands-on familiarity with digital procurement tools, specifically the eBay / Ariba platform . Proven ability to manage highly sensitive workforce data with total discretion, confidentiality, and exceptional attention to detail . Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional, global stakeholders across all levels of the organization . Ready to build a future to smile about? Apply now to join our global team, bring your authentic self to work, and help us reimagine a healthier future for all! 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. #LI-On-site