Director, Risk Management, EHS & Sustainability

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the enterprise risk management (ERM) framework across the organization
• Manage Applied’s insurance program, prepare bid specifications and selection process, negotiate contracts with brokers, and oversee claims
• Identify, assess, and prioritize operational, financial, strategic, and regulatory risks
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and controls
• Maintain risk registers and report on risk exposure to executive leadership
• Support business continuity planning and crisis management efforts
• Cook up emergency response programs
• Oversee all EHS programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other relevant regulations
• Develop and enforce company-wide safety policies, procedures, and standards
• Lead initiatives to reduce workplace incidents, injuries, and environmental impacts
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations; implement corrective actions
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, engagement, and leadership
• Partner with other business groups in designing and implementing the organization’s sustainability strategy to align with corporate goals
• Co-lead reporting and disclosures (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, CDP, SEC climate disclosures)
• Track and report sustainability metrics, including carbon emissions, waste and recycling, and fleet matters
• Ensure adherence to all environmental, health, safety, and sustainability regulations
• Partner with Legal to manage regulatory risks and filings
• Support governance committees and coordinate with Audit, Compliance and Finance
• Support internal and external audits
• Lead and develop a cross-functional team across risk, EHS, and sustainability disciplines
• Collaborate with Operations, HR, Finance, Legal, and Corporate Communications
• Influence senior leadership and drive organizational change
• Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership
• Lead ISO14001 program, initiatives, compliance and recertification
• Manage ISO9001:2015 for Risk Management
• Responsible for management of the Corporate Fleet Program and initiatives
• Manage the Corporate Wellness Center
• Lead the Risk Management M&A projects
• Manage the Corporate security team

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree (MBA, Environmental Science, Safety, Sustainability, or related field) preferred
  • 10–15+ years of progressive experience in risk management, EHS, sustainability, or related functions
  • Experience in a leadership role within a complex or regulated environment
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Deep knowledge of EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT), sustainability frameworks, and risk management principles
  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with sustainability reporting standards (GRI, SASB, TCFD, etc.)
  • Knowledge of ISO 14001
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
  • Proven leadership and team management skills
  • Data-driven decision-making and analytics capability
• Certifications (Preferred):
  • CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
  • CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager)
  • CRMP (Certified Risk Management Professional)