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

Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Manager - México

Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time

Posting Start Date: 10/14/26

On-site

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #176593 - Del.Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, Mexico

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a general 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 dynamic and strategic Regulatory Affairs Manager to lead regulatory compliance and commercial enablement for our Mexico division. This role oversees the full product lifecycle, safety surveillance (Technovigilance/Cosmetovigilance), and external advocacy with health authorities and trade associations.The ideal candidate must have solid experience working with cross-functional teams, in a diverse and multicultural environment and shall be willing to adopt and live the values of the Colgate Palmolive.

Responsibilities:

- Regulatory Strategy: Define and execute regulatory strategies; represent company interests before COFEPRIS and trade associations (e.g., CANIPEC).
- Product Compliance: Manage end-to-end registrations, notifications, and dossier stewardship for Oral, Personal, Home Care, and Medical Device portfolios.
- Safety Surveillance: Serve as the official Technovigilance Unit Responsible Person, managing safety programs (NOM-240-SSA1-2012) and post-market surveillance.
- Operational Leadership: Supervise the local Regulatory Affairs team, manage department budgets, and ensure adherence to local sanitary standards.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacobiological Chemistry, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
- 7+ years of experience in Regulatory Affairs (Cosmetics/Pharma/Medical Devices)
- 3+ years in a supervisory role




- Proven track record of successful COFEPRIS negotiations supported by a strong history of regulatory compliance and institutional transparency.
- Proficiency in digital regulatory platforms (DIGIPRIS), G-Suite, and AI tools for regulatory workflows.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master's/specialization.
- Strong negotiation, analytical decision-making, and leadership capabilities.
- Proven ability to build cross-functional synergies and drive high-performance teams through exceptional communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards, corporate governance, and operating in 100% compliance with our Code of Conduct and local anti-corruption frameworks.

Competencies & Core Values:
- Strong negotiation, analytical decision-making, and leadership capabilities.
- Proven ability to build cross-functional synergies and drive high-performance teams through exceptional communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards, corporate governance, and operating in 100% compliance with our Code of Conduct and local anti-corruption frameworks.

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.

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📌 Regulatory Affairs Manager - México (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Colgate-Palmolive
📍 Ciudad de México