Manager of Health & Safety

Job summaryThe Manager Health and Safety is responsible for driving the implementation of the safety strategy at 30 supply chain centers. They will support stakeholders with unique needs and approaches. This will require managing a complex environment with patience, strong prioritization skills, team building, training, coaching, influential leadership, and the development of risk-based activity timelines. Main responsibilitiesStrategy Implementation Develop and implement safety standards, processes, and a safety culture in a way that maximizes sustainable results.Implement, and oversee safety training programs to ensure adherence to safety protocols across all enterprise locations.Cultivate partnerships with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and industry associations, to stay abreast of evolving safety standards and best practices.Implement initiatives to promote a safety-first culture, influencing employees and stakeholders to prioritize safety in all aspects of the business.Enterprise PartnershipCollaborate with cross-functional teams to influence safety behaviors and change, embed safety in daily operations across Supply Chain CentersMaintain effective communication channels with supply chain center leaders, stakeholders, and team members to promote a comprehensive understanding of safety priorities and expectations.Support a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement in safety practices across all supply chain centersLead cross-functional task forces to address safety issues that require coordinated action across multiple departments.Leverage data analytics and visualization tools to communicate safety performance metrics in a clear and compelling manner to stakeholders at all levels including regional leadership.Performance Assessment and Reporting:Leverage dashboards and predictive analytics models to forecast future safety risks based on historical data and emerging trends.Implement a process for benchmarking safety performance across supply chain centers and identifying opportunities for improvement through comparative analysis.Policy and Training Development and Compliance:Support the development and implementation of safety policies, procedures, and compliance standards in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.Develop metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of safety training programs.Risk Analysis and Management:Continuously assess and review safety performance, providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement to senior management.Analyze safety risk factors and develop activity timelines based on risk assessment, ensuring a proactive approach to minimizing potential safety hazards.Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure that safety initiatives are aligned with regulatory requirements and legal obligations.Talent Management and Development: Develop talent within the safety team, identifying high-potential individuals and implementing succession plans for key roles.Lead a team of region safety specialists supporting supply chain centers.