Compliance Specialist

Colgate-Palmolive; Hodges (SC); On-site; USD 77,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Vacation/PTO (min 15 days)

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive Company is seeking a Compliance Specialist to ensure site Quality Systems compliance with Global Quality Standards and regulatory requirements. You will drive internal audits, consumer complaint management, and change control, reporting to the Compliance Lead.

Responsibilities include managing product release with SAP, supporting documentation, and providing training. The role requires collaboration with multiple teams, 3PL, and regulatory knowledge across US and export markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and minimum 3 years of experience in quality/compliance within a GMP production environment.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP system is required.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and global quality standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal auditing program and participate in corporate internal audits and external audits.
• Manage and investigate consumer complaints and monitor product concerns through KPIs.
• Coordinate and lead management of change program and product release processes.

Skills

Internal auditing

Quality/compliance

Interpersonal collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

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.

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

Posting Start Date: 9/14/26

On-site

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#175591 - Hodges, South Carolina, United States

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.

Compliance Specialist

As a Compliance Specialist you will be responsible for executing activities that support the site Quality Systems to ensure compliance with established Global Quality Standards and regulatory requirements. You will drive core operational workflows across Internal Auditing, Consumer Complaint Management, Management of Change, Annual Stability submissions, and Product Release processes. You will work within a structure that requires considerable interface with Making, Planning, Finishing and the 3PL Warehouse Team. This position will report to the Compliance Lead.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Lead internal auditing program and participate in Corporate Internal audits, Mock FDA audits, Operational Excellence Sweeps and Self-Assessments
• Manage and investigate Consumer Complaints and generate monthly KPI(s) to monitor product concerns
• Coordinate and lead Management of Change Program
• Performs product release using 6-Stream Quality Module in SAP
• Support management of documentation tocomplywith Global Quality Standards and regulatory requirements
• Provide training to colleagues as needed and support the maintenance of colleague training records
• Compile, analyze, and report data for KPI(s) based on Global KPI requirements and site requirements
• Participate in external audits to fulfill requests and ensurecompliance with the regulatory requirements
• Execute, generate, and manage product registrations, Certificates of Analysis, and regulatory documentation for both US and Exports

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Quality / Compliance within a GMP production environment
• SAP Experience or any other similar ERP system

Preferred Qualifications:

• CQA Certification
• Experience analyzing statistical quality data using statistical tools such as Minitab
• Strong interpersonal capabilities with a data-driven approach to cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $76,800.00 - $107,500.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

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.