Regulatory Affairs Project Manager

Colgate; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Extended PTO

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Project Manager in Piscataway, NJ, to lead global regulatory submissions for medical devices and Rx drug portfolios while maintaining QMS compliance. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, manage ISO/FDA requirements, and advance continuous improvements across processes.

The role requires 8+ years in regulatory affairs, strong PM skills, and expertise with eQMS/DMS and Smartsheet. On-site with relocation assistance within the country.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant technical field.
• 8+ years of regulatory affairs or compliance experience in medical devices or pharma.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to prepare, review, and deliver regulatory submissions to FDA and Health Canada on time.
• Coordinate QMS and GMP projects to ensure compliance with ISO 13485/14971 and FDA standards.
• Identify and mitigate project risks to protect timelines and regulatory outcomes.
• Manage environmental/chemical compliance data (PFAS, TSCA, DSL, SmartLabel).
• Serve as primary contact for stakeholders and automate regulatory workflows with IT.
• Lead lessons learned, update SOPs/WIs, and train team members in advanced PM methods.

Skills

Regulatory submissions leadership

QMS compliance

Risk management

Environmental compliance

Stakeholder communication

Process automation

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Life Sciences, Regulatory Affairs, or related field

Master’s degree in Quality Management, Life Sciences, or Regulatory Affairs (preferred)

Professional certification in Quality Management (e.g., CMDA or CQAuditor) (preferred)

Tools

eQMS

DMS

Smartsheet

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.

Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Project Manager

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

Posting Start Date: 10/30/26

On-site

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country

Job Number#177157 - Piscataway, New Jersey, 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.

Title: Regulatory Affairs Project Manager

Location: Piscataway, New Jersey

Role Summary

As the Regulatory Affairs Project Manager, you will lead the planning, execution, and oversight of complex global regulatory submissions and ensure the rigorous maintenance of our Medical Device Quality Management System (QMS). This critical leadership role directly supports rapid portfolio growth, focusing on medical device and Rx drug innovation to meet the company’s 2030 objectives. By driving continuous improvement in quality processes and partnering with cross‑functional teams, you will safeguard compliance while accelerating commercialization timelines for North America. This position offers an exciting opportunity to spearhead high‑impact projects that shape the future of our professional clinical portfolio.

Responsibilities

Regulatory Submission Leadership: Leads cross‑functional projects to prepare, review, and deliver complex regulatory submissions (e.g., 510Ks, NDAs, ANDAs, NDS) to the FDA and Health Canada on time.

QMS and GMP Compliance: Coordinates critical Quality Management System projects, ensuring all system implementations and process improvements align strictly with ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 requirements.

Risk Management & Lifecycle Monitoring: Proactively identifies and monitors project risks, developing robust mitigation strategies to protect business continuity and minimize timeline impacts or regulatory penalties.

Environmental & Chemical Compliance: Manages evolving cross‑category requirements for complex chemical reporting and environmental compliance data collection, including PFAS, TSCA, DSL, and SmartLabel initiatives.

Stakeholder Reporting & Automation: Serves as the primary point of contact for project‑related inquiries, presenting regular updates to senior leadership and partnering with IT to automate regulatory workflows.

Continuous Improvement & Training: Heads "lessons learned" sessions and updates documentation standards (SOPs and WIs) while providing targeted training to team members on advanced project management methodologies.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Life Sciences, Regulatory Affairs, or a related technical field.

At least 8 years of experience in regulatory affairs, or a related compliance role within the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.

In-depth technical knowledge of medical device GMP standards, specifically ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820.

2 years of project management experience.

Direct professional proficiency using electronic Quality Management Systems (eQMS), document management systems (DMS), and advanced Project Management software such as Smartsheet.

Proven track record of leading cross‑functional teams and communicating complex technical regulatory info clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Quality Management, Life Sciences, or Regulatory Affairs.

Professional certification in Quality Management, such as a Certified Medical Device Auditor (CMDA) or Certified Quality Auditor.

Advanced training or professional certification in Project Management (such as a PMP certification).

Hands‑on familiarity with the GreenlightGuru eQMS system or closely related medical device compliance platforms.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $124,000.00 - $155,000.00 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.

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