Manager, Facilities

Colgate Palmolive; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive in Mexico City is seeking a Manager, Facilities to oversee corporate workplace operations, site engineering infrastructure, and capital projects.

Lead maintenance, space planning, vendor governance, and EHS compliance while managing OpEx/CapEx budgets and energy efficiency initiatives. Requires engineering degree and 4+ years in facilities leadership, with strong English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years in facility operations or manufacturing sites.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine maintenance and building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
• Lead CapEx projects and space planning.
• Direct IFM providers and manage SLAs and vendor bids.
• Manage workplace services and EHS regulatory compliance.
• Lead budgeting for OpEx/CapEx and energy efficiency.

Skills

English proficiency

Team leadership

Budget management

MRO management

Facilities operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related

MBA (Preferred)

Tools

CAFM

CMMS

SAP

Google Workspace

ERP systems

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #175669 - Del.Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, Mexico

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global 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.

About The Role

Are you an accomplished facilities and infrastructure leader ready to oversee corporate workplace operations, engineering infrastructure, and capital projects? As our Manager, Facilities, you will direct day-to-day facility operations, building infrastructure maintenance, site security, workplace logistics, and Integrated Facility Management (IFM) vendors. Balancing operational excellence with financial stewardship, you will oversee site CapEx/OpEx budgets, drive sustainability and energy efficiency programs, and lead MRO inventory workflows. If you bring a strong background in engineering maintenance, contractor governance, and team leadership within corporate or manufacturing environments, this role offers an exceptional platform to shape an optimal workplace!

Core Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance & Engineering Infrastructure: Oversee routine and corrective maintenance across site building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, janitorial); execute preventive maintenance programs to guarantee continuous operational readiness.
• Capital Projects & Spatial Planning: Lead capital engineering projects (CapEx) from scope definition to execution; manage corporate space planning, seating allocations, and internal office relocations.
• Integrated Facility Management (IFM) & Vendor Governance: Direct third-party IFM providers and contractors; manage competitive bidding, contract negotiations, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to maximize cost efficiency and service quality.
• Workplace Operations & General Services: Supervise corporate workplace services—including mail/package logistics, courier partnerships, and the Company Employee Store (inventory replenishment, POS systems, customer service).
• EHS, Quality & Regulatory Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to local regulations, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies, and corporate quality standards (ISO 9001 / Colgate quality guidelines).
• Budget Management & Sustainability: Develop and govern OpEx and CapEx facility budgets; drive utility monitoring, waste reduction, and site energy-efficiency initiatives.
• Team Leadership & MRO Management: Coach and develop facilities and general services staff; manage MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies and leverage facility data analytics to drive continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial), Business Administration, Facility Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 4+ years of experience managing facility operations, building engineering infrastructure, supply chain operations, or manufacturing sites.
• At least 3+ years of direct supervisory experience leading multidisciplinary maintenance, facilities, or general services teams.
• Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Engineering, or Facility Management.
• Demonstrated track record managing Integrated Facility Management (IFM) contracts, competitive vendor bidding, and corporate lease/SLA negotiations.
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM), Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), ERP systems (SAP), and Google Workspace.
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) and local EHS regulatory 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. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.