PriceSmart Bogota, D.C., Capital District, Colombia Regulatory Coordinator 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! Whats unique about this job (What you’ll do) Partner with Buying team on assigned departments to ensure certificates of conformity are obtained in PriceSmart’s marketplace for products that require them. Responsibilities: Meet with the Buying team on a weekly basis to identify new items, explain certification requirements, process and timelines of completion, and request information and documentation needed. Analyze documentation received for decision making. Prepare and submit certification documentation packet to the corresponding authority, Certification Company or LT&C team responsible for applying for the certification in-country. Manage tracking reports of all documents and samples sent. Initiate certification renewal process for items confirmed by Buying Team, 3-6 months prior to expiration date depending on certification processing time. Keep up to date reports of ongoing certification processes and renewals per department to provide updated reports to Buyers, VP, Executives as needed. Generate weekly report of all certifications completed and enter information. Process approval requests for certification, testing and related expenses payments. Data Entry as needed. Bring your passion and expertise (Who you are) 3-5 years of experience in international trade or quality control for food items. Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Microbiology or Food Engineering. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Office. Ability to travel internationally. Knowledge and experience with regulatory affairs/international trade. Motivated to learn international regulatory requirements for different product categories. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with others in a team environment. Able to react and respond quickly in critical situations. Able to take direction and accomplish tasks with minimum supervision, accurately while meeting deadlines. Able to simultaneously complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Detail oriented and able to react and respond quickly in critical situations. Adaptable in a change-oriented environment. Proficiency in English and Spanish. Some important intangibles You feel connected to our mission and values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Passion, Community, and Continuous Improvement. You are a self-starter who doesn’t need direct supervision to motivate you for success. You enjoy sharing your quirkiness and talents with your coworkers. Enjoy working hard. Full of energy for the things one sees as challenging. Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning. The ability to remain calm when dealing with unforeseen constraints. 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, volunteering and learning opportunities, and just a 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 every day, wherever that door may be, in any of our 13 countries. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Product Management Industries: Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr