Sr. Manager EHS - Eastern Region
Company: UNFI
Location: Pompano Beach
Posted on: May 17, 2024
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Job Description:
PURPOSE: The Sr. Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) -
Area supports the UNFI teams to deliver on a critical UNFI
value:
Do the Right Thing
Put Safety and Integrity at the Forefront of Everything We Do.
This role is responsible for developing a high performing team of
EHS leaders to ensure the execution of the company s EHS strategy
and goals. The role will specifically lead site EHS Managers and
Leaders from multiple distribution centers (DCs)in a specific
geographic area. The Sr. Manager, EHS - Area will serve as a key
advisor on EHS matters to area DC stakeholders including but not
limited to operations, human resources, claims and security/loss
prevention leaders. This role will provide coaching and guidance to
direct reports as well as assist with the development,
implementation and maintenance of the EHS management system. JOB
RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provide leadership, direction and oversight of
the strategic vision and initiatives to achieve UNFI s EHS
strategy. 2. Design and ensure execution of an EHS management
system including annual plans, standardized national
programs/policies/procedures, external and internal auditing, and
management reports showing leading and lagging metrics. 3. Monitor,
interpret, and assess existing or emerging EHS laws, regulations,
regulatory policies, and industry practices; determine operational
and business impacts, and develop, integrate, communicate, and
execute strategies to effectively manage EHS outcomes. 4. Design
standardized safety systems, policies, training, safety campaigns
and programs to reduce risk, and ensure compliance with federal,
state, and local laws. 5. Partner and collaborate with all
functional leaders to influence and manage EHS resources, projects,
and business decisions. 6. Create a network of internal
(operations, human resources, finance, claims and security/loss
prevention) and external alliances (industry partners, safety
groups) to develop and implement EHS policies, programs,
procedures, standards, training, and processes. 7. Design and
execute injury prevention programs/initiatives to motivate and
influence the creation of a world class safety culture and minimize
injury risk. 8. Implement standardized and actionable EHS metrics
and communication protocols to leadership teams to drive continuous
EHS improvement. 9. Analyze and identify trends that increase
injury and accident frequency/severity; develop and direct the
implementation of training programs using the appropriate media.
10. Collaborate with federal, state, and local regulatory officials
to resolve compliance or practice violations. 11. Drive the
continued development of a world class safety culture by assessing,
monitoring, and developing culturespecific initiatives and engaging
stakeholders at all levels of the organization. 12. Build a high
performing area team of EHS Managers and Leaders to ensure the
execution of UNFI s EHS vision and strategy at the regional level.
Assist with hiring of area EHS professionals. Participate in annual
talent calibrations. 13. Support environmental compliance and
claims programs 14. Analyze, develop and communicate annual safety
targets. Coordinate with analytics team to ensure monthly EHS
metrics are accurate. 15. Perform other job duties as required.
Education/Certification:
Bachelor s degree with major course work in EHS, risk management or
a closely related field is required.
ASP (Associate Safety Professional) certification is required.
CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification is highly
valued.
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or other professionally
recognized certification in EHS (ISO 14001/ISO 45001) are highly
desirable Experience:
7+ years of progressive EHS program management experience with
large national company with multiple sites.
3+ years of prior experience leading a team of safety
professionals. Experience actively working with stakeholders at all
levels of the organization to strategically solve problems, manage
projects, drive performance while maintaining long-term
strategies.
Excellent ability to develop and present business plans and
strategies to influence company decision makers.
Ability to coordinate planning and collaboration with other
business functions in a way that is mutually beneficial and drives
continuous improvement.
Ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and implement programs
designed to effectively change behavior and prevent injury using
data- and research-driven methods.
Ability to analyze and independently resolve a variety of difficult
situations and problems using timely decision making Knowledge:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to
interact and influence effectively with all levels of management,
employees, and customers. Experience collaborating with unions.
Strong working knowledge of Federal and local occupational health
and safety and environmental regulations.Skills/Abilities:
Strong training and coaching skills. Ability to manage large scale
locations and/or multiple locations. Ability to work flexible
hours. Excellent communication skills. Excellent time management
skills. Ability to prioritize tasks. Adapts well to and initiates
change in the organization.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Power point and Excel. PHYSICAL
ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:
Travel will be required up to 70% of the time. Most work to be
performed in a DC environment. Walking and working on your feet is
required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or
feet.
Reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other
office equipment in the course of normal workday.
Stooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in
completion of job duties.All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is
an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive
and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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