At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with dental professionals, promote Colgate products, and drive brand awareness.
- Company: Join Colgate, a global leader in oral care with a commitment to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy learning opportunities, global experience, and a fast-paced work environment.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of caring, courage, and teamwork.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the dental community while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach are essential.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
The Oral Care Consultant is a field‑based specialist working closely with dental professionals across the UK. The role involves detailing, selling, and merchandising Colgate products to both existing and new dental sector customers, thereby building brand awareness and driving sales for professional products.
Key Responsibilities
- Visit dentists, hygienists, and therapists within dental practices, area health authorities, hospitals, and dental hospitals.
- Establish contact and build rapport with dental professionals, selling specialist professional products and promoting consumer brand recommendations.
- Educate dental professionals about specific oral care areas and the benefits of Colgate products.
- Collaborate with the Area Manager for coaching, development, and an individual development plan.
- Maintain and collate customer records in the C4C system, summarising visits, competitor activity, and feedback.
- Complete quarterly business plans and weekly visit plans.
- Provide technical and scientific product information through trade exhibitions, educational group meetings, and one‑to‑one sessions.
- Deliver on daily KPIs, including face‑to‑face and remote contact with dental professionals.
Essential Skills and Qualities
- Relationship building skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Consultative and solutions selling expertise.
- Customer‑centric approach.
- Experience in customer‑facing field roles.
- Clear and concise communication of complex medical and scientific concepts.
- Analytical skills.
- Ability to make customer‑centric sales recommendations.
- Knowledge of working with healthcare professionals (advantageous but not essential).
Core Competencies Required
- Planning and Priority Setting.
- Analytical/Decision Making.
- Promote Teamwork.
- Influencing and Negotiating.
- Consumer/Customer Focus.
- Results Oriented.
Benefits and Learning Opportunities
- Learning and development opportunities within a cross‑functional team.
- Fast‑paced operational environment with personal accountability.
- Global experience and potential for international career development.
- Alignment with Colgate values: Caring, Inclusive, Courageous.
Inclusion Commitment
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging and can thrive as their authentic self.
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 or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete the accommodation request form if required.
Oral Care Consultant Liverpool & North West employer: Colgate
Colgate-Palmolive is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Surrey, England, where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a strong commitment to work/life balance, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us to be part of a global team dedicated to improving lives through trusted consumer products while enjoying the support and resources needed for personal and career growth.
