Safety Manager

About This Role

Leading the execution of the company’s safety strategy at the market level is the core of this role, implementing corporate programs and developing local programs into practical, clearly defined processes and actions that protect associates and prevent workplace injuries. This position partners with operations, sales, HR, and other market and function leaders to drive strong safety practices and culture through proactive risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. Serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, the Safety Manager oversees injury prevention, incident response and investigations, OSHA & DOT compliance, training, and emergency preparedness across warehouse, delivery, sales, and merchandising functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate market-level injury prevention initiatives aligned with corporate safety strategy
• Facilitate monthly safety committee meetings; drive accountability and actionable outcomes
• Coach leaders and committee members on safety leadership, regulatory expectations, and best practices
• Develop, implement, and standardize safety policies, procedures, and work practices
• Conduct and lead incident reviews, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation and closure of all safety incidents and follow-up actions
• Perform routine safety walks, audits, and observations to proactively identify and mitigate risks
• Build capability in operations and sales leadership to act as effective safety champions
• Oversee weekly safety observations for warehouse and driver activities to identify unsafe behaviors and conditions
• Guide supervisors in leading thorough incident investigations, including evidence collection and root cause determination
• Ensure timely and accurate internal and external reporting of all incidents and near misses
• Partner with operations to investigate and resolve vehicle-related incidents involving injury or damage
• Drive implementation of corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurrence
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, and insurance partners to assess work‑relatedness, manage claims, and support return‑to‑work programs
• Lead monthly incident review meetings with leadership to identify trends, risks, and improvement actions
• Develop and deliver clear, consistent EHS communications, training materials, and awareness campaigns
• Align safety messaging with operational priorities to strengthen engagement and ownership
• Present key safety metrics, trends, and initiatives to cross‑functional teams and leadership
• Promote a culture of safety through visible leadership communication and reinforcement
• Lead implementation and ongoing management of OSHA compliance programs, including required training and inspections