Regional EHS Leader: Safety Strategy & Culture

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401K Program

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Short/long-term disability

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Job summary

UNFI is seeking a Sr. Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) - Area to lead EHS at multiple distribution centers, ensuring the company’s safety strategy is executed and goals achieved.

You will coach site leaders, develop standardized safety systems, and partner with operations, HR, and claims to drive continuous EHS improvement. You will monitor regulations, implement training and campaigns, and foster a world-class safety culture while delivering on annual targets and data-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or closely related field required.
• ASP certification required.
• CSP certification highly valued.
• CIH or related EHS certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the EHS strategy across multiple DCs.
• Design and implement an EHS management system with annual plans and policies.
• Monitor laws/regulations and develop strategies to manage EHS outcomes.
• Develop injury prevention programs and world-class safety culture initiatives.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to allocate EHS resources and drive improvements.
• Build and develop a high-performing area EHS team and assist with hiring.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Strategic Planning

Training

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field

ASP (Associate Safety Professional)

CSP (Certified Safety Professional)

CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

UNFI is seeking a Sr. Manager, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) - Area to lead EHS at multiple distribution centers, ensuring the company’s safety strategy is executed and goals achieved.

You will coach site leaders, develop standardized safety systems, and partner with operations, HR, and claims to drive continuous EHS improvement. You will monitor regulations, implement training and campaigns, and foster a world-class safety culture while delivering on annual targets and data-driven