Latam Sr. Technical Project Manager

Clorox; Bogotá; On-site; COP 291,791,000 - 486,318,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

401(k) style退休/retirement program in—/

Flexible work environment

Learning and growth opportunities

Half-day Fridays

Job summary

Clorox LATAM seeks a Senior Technical Project Manager to lead medium-to-large capital projects across Latin America, partnering with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, R&D, and external engineering firms to deliver manufacturing solutions from concept through startup. You will apply disciplined project management, manage budgets, and drive Lean/continuous improvement initiatives.

Expect travel 60–70% across the region to collaborate with cross-functional teams and deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience managing capital projects and capital budgets.
• Experience in manufacturing environments, ideally Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG).
• Strong project management, problem-solving, data analysis, and cost-control capabilities.
• Experience working across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP, AutoCAD or equivalent tools, and engineering standards.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, WCO, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Minimum Advanced English level.
• Ability to travel regularly across the region, up to 60–70%.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium-to-large capital projects across LATAM countries.
• Provide technical leadership for manufacturing equipment installations, line extensions, infrastructure projects, and product improvements.
• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, technical risk, contractors, engineering firms, and equipment vendors.
• Drive safe and effective equipment installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Apply engineering standards and structured capital project management processes.
• Support continuous improvement, Lean/TPM/WCO initiatives, cost savings, and sustainability objectives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams across the region.
• Coach and share technical knowledge with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams.

Skills

Capital projects

Budget management

Project management

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

Your role at Clorox

Are you passionate about engineering, manufacturing, and leading complex capital projects? We’re looking for a LATAM Sr. Technical Project Manager to join our Global Technical Services team and lead the development and execution of medium-to-large capital projects across Latin America. In this role, you’ll partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, R&D, external engineering firms, contractors, and equipment suppliers to deliver manufacturing solutions from concept through installation and startup.

In this role, you will:

• Lead medium-to-large capital projects across one or multiple LATAM countries.
• Provide technical leadership for manufacturing equipment installations, line extensions, infrastructure projects, and product improvements.
• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, technical risk, contractors, engineering firms, and equipment vendors.
• Drive safe and effective equipment installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Apply engineering standards and structured capital project management processes.
• Support continuous improvement, Lean/TPM/WCO initiatives, cost savings, and sustainability objectives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams across the region.
• Coach and share technical knowledge with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams.

What we look for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• Strong experience managing capital projects and capital budgets.
• Experience within manufacturing environments, ideally Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG).
• Strong project management, problem-solving, data analysis, and cost-control capabilities.
• Experience working across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP, AutoCAD or equivalent tools, and engineering standards.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, WCO, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Minimum Advanced English level.
• Ability to travel regularly across the region, up to 60–70%.

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location