EHS Manager - Clichy Site M/W/D

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition and cosmetic ingredients. Our solutions contribute to products that are part of everyday life around the world.

At our Clichy site, our Scent & Care and Taste, Nutrition & Health activities come together in a dynamic environment combining laboratories, offices and support functions.

To support the site's development and strengthen our EHS culture, we are looking for an EHS Manager who will play a key role in anticipating risks, supporting transformation projects and embedding Environmental, Health & Safety considerations into our business decisions.

Reporting to the Secretary General , with a functional reporting line to the Regional Head of Safety EAME , you will define, drive and continuously strengthen the EHS strategy for the Clichy site.

As a strategic partner to site management and business leaders, you will ensure that EHS considerations are fully integrated into day-to-day operations as well as into the site's transformation, development and investment projects.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Define and implement the EHS strategy for the Clichy site , in line with Symrise's global EHS objectives and business priorities.
• Lead and develop the EHS team , setting priorities and ensuring the right level of expertise and resources.
• Identify, assess and prioritize key environmental, health and safety risks , and ensure that effective mitigation plans are implemented.
• Strengthen a proactive safety and prevention culture across laboratories, offices and support activities.
• Act as a trusted partner to management, providing clear recommendations on EHS risks, regulatory requirements and strategic decisions.
• Ensure EHS requirements are integrated from the earliest stages of transformation, real estate, laboratory and site development projects .
• Lead regulatory compliance and anticipate changes in French and European EHS regulations that may impact the site and its activities.
• Build and maintain constructive relationships with external authorities and stakeholders, including Labour Inspection, CRAMIF, Occupational Health Services and environmental/local authorities .
• Represent the site during regulatory inspections and audits and ensure appropriate follow-up actions.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure sustainable corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Monitor EHS performance, key indicators and reporting, driving continuous improvement across the site.
• Act as the key interface between the Clichy site and regional and global EHS functions .

You hold a university degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or a related field.

You bring at least 10 years of progressive EHS experience , ideally gained within an international organization and in complex environments combining industrial, laboratory or operational activities.

Beyond your technical expertise, we are looking for a leader able to combine strategic vision with strong operational pragmatism .

You will particularly stand out through:

• Solid expertise in EHS management, risk assessment and regulatory compliance .
• Proven experience leading and developing EHS professionals .
• Strong exposure to transformation, growth or capital investment projects .
• Experience working with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders.
• Ability to anticipate risks and translate complex EHS topics into pragmatic business recommendations .
• Strong leadership and influencing skills within a matrix and international organization .
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including interaction with senior management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience in change management and project governance.
• Fluency in both French and English.

This position offers the opportunity to take responsibility for EHS within a strategic Symrise site , working closely with local management as well as regional and global teams.

You will join an environment undergoing transformation, where EHS has a direct role to play in business continuity, site development, operational excellence and sustainable growth .

More than ensuring compliance, you will have the opportunity to shape the EHS roadmap of the Clichy site , influence key business decisions and further develop a strong, proactive safety culture.