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A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet® and Science Diet®. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food.

Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods.

We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life.

A career at Hill’s Pet Nutrition or 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.
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Job Title:  Manager, Regulatory Affairs
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  11/02/2026
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No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #171627 - Del.Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, Mexico

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising 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.

As the LATAM Regulatory Affairs Manager at Hill’s Pet Nutrition, you will be the strategic architect of our regional compliance and market access. Beyond managing registrations, you will lead a high-performing team to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring our life-changing products reach pets across Latin America. We are looking for a visionary leader who balances technical mastery with operational excellence, transforming the regulatory function into a proactive business partner that drives regional growth.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Market Access: Lead the end-to-end registration lifecycle across LATAM, anticipating regulatory shifts and crafting innovative strategies to overcome technical barriers.

  • Regulatory Advocacy & Claims: Partner with Marketing and R&D to provide creative, compliant solutions for product claims and digital campaigns that strengthen our brand equity.

  • Operational Excellence: Modernize internal processes (SOPs and Work Instructions) and leverage technology to increase team efficiency and minimize business risk.

  • Supply Chain & Trade Partnership: Oversee plant approvals, ingredient compliance, and import/export protocols, ensuring seamless cross-border operations and manufacturing agility.

  • Stakeholder Influence & External Relations: Represent Hill’s before key government bodies and industry associations across the region, influencing policy to benefit the pet food category.

  • People Leadership: Mentor and develop a resilient regional team, fostering a culture of accountability, cross-training, and continuous professional growth.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Food Science, Policy, or a related technical/business field.

  • Experience: 5+ years of professional experience, with at least 3+ years specifically in Regulatory Affairs.

  • External Impact: Proven track record of interacting with trade associations and government ministries or regulatory agencies.

  • Languages: Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal).

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced Education: Master’s degree in a relevant field.

  • Leadership: Demonstrated experience managing, coaching, and developing direct reports.

  • Regional Expertise: Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks across multiple LATAM markets.

  • Digital Fluency: Experience with SAP (PDM module) and an interest in applying AI/automation tools to regulatory workflows.


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, colour, 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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