Global EHS Manager

Reporting to the Global HR Director, the Global EHS Manager defines, deploys and drives the company’s EHS strategy across all sites (US & EMEA). The role ensures full regulatory compliance, fosters a strong safety culture, and supports operational excellence by minimizing risks and improving workplace conditions.

Responsibilities

• EHS Strategy & Governance
  • Define and deploy a global EHS strategy and roadmap aligned with business priorities
  • Establish a robust governance framework (policies, standards, procedures) across all sites
  • Ensure consistency between global standards and local regulatory requirements
  • Act as the global reference point for EHS topics
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure full compliance with EHS regulations (OSHA, EU directives, environmental & labor laws)
  • Lead risk assessments (safety, environmental, industrial hygiene, ergonomics)
  • Implement and monitor preventive and corrective action plans
  • Anticipate regulatory changes and manage compliance risks with leadership visibility
• Operational EHS Support to sites
  • Support and coach site management and local EHS contacts
  • Provide expertise during audits, inspections, and crisis situations
  • Balance operational performance with safety requirements
• Incident Management & Continuous Improvement
  • Define and manage a global incident management framework
  • Lead serious incident investigations and root cause analysis
  • Track effectiveness of corrective actions and lessons learned
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on data and trends
• EHS Performance & Reporting
  • Define and monitor KPIs (TRIR, LTIR, near misses, environmental indicators)
  • Build executive dashboards and reporting for leadership (COMEX-ready)
  • Ensure data reliability and standardization across regions
  • Benchmark EHS performance
• Culture, Training & Leadership Engagement
  • Promote a strong safety culture across all sites
  • Design and deploy EHS training programs
  • Increase leadership accountability on safety topics
  • Drive communication and awareness initiatives
• Audits, Certifications & External Relations
  • Lead internal and external audit programs
  • Manage ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 certifications
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities and external bodies
  • Ensure audit readiness across sites
• Environmental Management & Sustainability
  • Lead initiatives to reduce environmental footprint (waste, emissions, energy)
  • Ensure compliance with environmental reporting obligations
  • Contribute to ESG / sustainability roadmap
• Facilities Strategy & Operations
  • Define and deploy a global facilities management framework (standards, maintenance, safety, services)
  • Ensure compliance of buildings and infrastructures with local regulations (safety, fire protection, environmental)
  • Oversee maintenance strategies (preventive, corrective, lifecycle management) across sites
  • Optimize workplace conditions (space planning, ergonomics, employee experience)
  • Manage facility-related budgets and cost optimization initiatives
• Vendor & Infrastructure Management
  • Select and manage external service providers (maintenance, security, cleaning, utilities)
  • Ensure service quality, performance monitoring, and contract compliance
  • Support capex projects related to buildings and infrastructure (renovation, expansion, new sites)
• Business Continuity & Site Safety
  • Ensure business continuity plans (BCP) for facilities and infrastructures
  • Oversee emergency preparedness (fire drills, evacuation, crisis management)
  • Integrate facilities risks into global risk management framework
• Team Leadership & Local Coordination
  • Manage and develop the Facilities Coordinator based in France
  • Set priorities, objectives, and performance indicators for the role
  • Ensure effective coordination between local execution (France) and global strategy
  • Provide coaching, support, and professional development
  • Ensure alignment between EHS and Facilities activities at site level

Requirements

• Education & experience
  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or Occupational Health & Safety
  • 8–12+ years of experience in EHS in an industrial environment
  • Proven experience in multi‑site / international environment
• Professional knowledge & abilities
  • Strong knowledge of US and EU EHS regulations
  • Experience with ISO 9001, 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
  • Strong leadership and influence skills (matrix organization)
  • Analytical mindset and risk management capabilities

Compensation

• Currency: EUR
• Salary Minimum: 70,000
• Salary Maximum: 90,000
• Incentive: No
• Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.