Regulatory Lead

PriceSmart; Bogotá; Presencial; COP 60.000.000 - 110.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

PriceSmart is seeking a Regulatory Lead for Non-Foods to partner with our Buying team and ensure that regulatory requirements and Certificates of Conformity are obtained and maintained for non-food products sold in PriceSmart's marketplace.

The role involves coordinating regulatory reviews, working with laboratories and certification bodies, and advising Buyers and vendors on certification and testing requirements. Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required; Engineering or related fields preferred.
• 4-5 years of experience in International Trade.
• Knowledge of Regulatory Affairs and Trade Compliance.
• Experience with Certificates of Conformity; RETIE/RETILAP a plus.
• Fluent English and Spanish required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; AS400 experience is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate regulatory reviews, certifications, testing, and renewals for non-food products.
• Review vendor documentation and follow up on missing requirements.
• Advise Buyers and vendors on certification and testing requirements.
• Coordinate with laboratories, certification bodies, vendors, and internal teams.
• Track certification status and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Fluent English

Fluent Spanish

International Trade experience

Regulatory Affairs

Trade Compliance

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

AS400

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/International Business or related fields

Herramientas

AS400

Descripción del empleo

Hello, potential PriceSmart candidate. We're on a mission to hire the very best, and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize the greatest contributions to the company can come from anywhere in the organization, and we know that the next one could be yours!

We are seeking a Regulatory Lead / Non Foods to partner with our Buying team and ensure that regulatory requirements and Certificates of Conformity are obtained and maintained for non-food products sold in PriceSmart's marketplace.

What's unique about this job (What you'll do)

• Coordinate regulatory reviews, certifications, testing, and renewals for non-food products.
• Review vendor documentation and follow up on missing requirements.
• Advise Buyers and vendors on certification and testing requirements.
• Coordinate with laboratories, certification bodies, vendors, and internal teams.
• Track certification status and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

Bring your passion and expertise (Who you are)

• Bachelor's degree required; Engineering, International Business, or related fields preferred.
• 4-5 years of experience in International Trade.
• Knowledge of Regulatory Affairs and Trade Compliance.
• Experience with Certificates of Conformity; RETIE/RETILAP experience is a plus.
• Fluent English and Spanish - required.
• Strong communication, organization, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; AS400 experience is a plus.

Some important intangibles

You feel connected to our mission and values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Passion, Community and Continuous Improvement.

You are organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

You enjoy collaborating with different teams, solving problems, and adapting to changing regulatory requirements.

The above description is designed to state the general nature and level of work performed in the function. It is not intended to contain or be construed as an exhaustive inventory of all job duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A complete job description may be made available to you through the hiring process.

Our Commitment

We not only embrace and celebrate the diversity of our membership base and communities, but also strive to achieve the same in our employees. At PriceSmart, we are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Get to know us

PriceSmart was founded with a purpose: to inspire and impact the lives and businesses of our Members, our employees and our communities through the ethical delivery of the best quality goods and services at the lowest possible prices.

Throughout the years, we have constantly asked ourselves how we can do more and have a greater impact. We want to prove that we are a company that can grow, be profitable and do good in the world, and we have learned that it takes a great organizational culture to achieve that goal.

At PriceSmart, you can look forward to company events, anniversaries celebrating our employees with more than 20, or 30 years of tenure, volunteering and learning opportunities, and just great company filled with curious, kind folks. Dreaming up and sharing ideas aren't responsibilities reserved for certain teams or leaders; the challenge of building our own culture is on all of our shoulders. That sense of community and belonging keeps us excited to walk through the door everyday, wherever that door may be, in any of our 13 countries.