Senior Manager EHS America

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

About the role

The EHS Lead will provide support to Renal Private Fleet (RPF), Planning and Fulfillment, Technical Services, Commercial, and offices in USA and Canada, ensuring EHS compliance and mitigating risks, driving continuous improvement and excellence in EHS performance, enhancing EHS knowledge and awareness among business managers and employees, and providing insights and recommendations to inform EHS strategies and initiatives for the function.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and hold accountable a team of EHS professionals to meet department and support global goals.
• Serve as a coordinator, manager, planner, and monitor of the EHS Management System.
• Identify and ensure EHS compliance with applicable Company and regulatory requirements to mitigate risks, developing action plans and tracking progress.
• Report significant EHS issues, providing insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Communicate the business impacts of EHS to leadership; use influence to advance EHS compliance/programs.
• Collaborate with business managers to enhance EHS knowledge and awareness.
• Define KPIs for the segment.
• Provide regular updates on EHS performance, trend analysis, drive continuous improvement, and implement targeted initiatives.
• Lead incident investigations, implement corrective and preventive actions, and ensure timely reporting.
• Develop and deliver EHS training and awareness programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Conduct Gemba walkthroughs, internal audits, and develop EHS campaigns and communications.
• Coordinate and support business units in collecting and responding to EHS customer/client concerns, analyzing EHS needs, and monitoring performance.
• Ensure risk assessments are completed and updated for all jobs and tasks throughout the operations.
• Support the business in due diligence processes including EHS risk assessment and compliance reviews.
• Identify and share internal and external best practices in EHS.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and report on EHS metrics and performance indicators.
• Manage EHS budget ensuring effective allocation and utilization of resources.
• Implement Operating Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Maintain, implement, and follow up on EHS documents including contracts, register of hazardous products, waste management, safety data sheets, EHS permits, and other relevant documentation.
• Travel to sites under the responsibility of this role as well as other travel as needed.

Requirements

• Seven to ten years’ experience in EHS roles, preferably some of those years in warehouses and fleets.
• Direct people management experience, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing EHS programs, managing compliance, and driving continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Demonstrated knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations, OSHA standards, and drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, US/Canada laws, and industry standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT).
• Sustainability experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental and occupational health, industrial hygiene safety, sustainability, or related field.
• Certifications in REHS/ISO/OSHA according to the state law and scope of the position or sufficient training and experience.
• Certified Safety Professional designation (CSP) or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) highly desired.

Skills

• Strategic planning and organizational skills.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work effectively with internal and external clients.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Solid management and administrative skills.
• Good training and presentation skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced business environment.
• Ability to deliver results through the management of others, good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Technical, professional knowledge in one or more EHS subjects.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data and other information to determine paths for improvement.

Pay

The estimated base salary for this position is $136,000 - $170,000 annually. The estimated range reflects an anticipated salary range for the position. Individual pay is based on location, skills, expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits including the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (Aon PEP) and Vantive’s 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Educational assistance programs.
• Paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Childcare benefits.