Director Health & Safety

Company: Sonepar USA
Location: North Charleston
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

Sonepar Management Group (SMG) supports our Sonepar brands (i.e. operating companies) in the US through a shared services model. These services include, but are not limited to: human resources, finance, digital enterprise, supply chain, vendor relations, marketing, legal, and communications. The SMG teams enable our brands to do business in their local regions while taking advantage of the scale and collective resources of a global enterprise.



SMG fosters an inclusive and supportive culture. We offer leadership and development programs to help you reach your career goals. Our associates share in our collective achievements, and we firmly believe that Sonepar is "Powered by Difference." By driving technology and innovation, enabling paths to success, and caring about our people and their families, we have built a workplace where you can build a fulfilling career.


We are looking for a Director of Health & Safety to lead and enhance our health & safety programs across the Sonepar USA enterprise. This role involves driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and partnering with Operating Companies (OpCo) Health & Safety (H&S) managers to eliminate hazards and improve safety performance. The ideal candidate will be an expert in safety management within the distribution industry, demonstrate strong leadership, and collaborate effectively with various teams. Flexibility and hands-on problem-solving are essential.



What You'll Do:



Strategic Partnership and Collaboration:

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• Partner with H&S Managers to drive improvements for a safe workplace.
  
• Update and implement safety procedures and policies.
  
• Ensure compliance with safety training requirements.
  
• Ensure consistent safety assessments, reporting, and training.
  
• Work with Supply Chain on warehouse layout and design.
  
• Collaborate with the parent company on global safety initiatives.
  
• Develop emergency response procedures.
  
• Establish a process for integration of acquisitions into safety programs.
  
  
  
  
  H&S Compliance:
  
  
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  • Oversee the rollout and integration of the new H&S platform.
    
    
    
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    • Develop and assess annual H&S strategies, reporting results to senior leadership.
      
    • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and stay updated on legal changes.
      
    • Apply knowledge of DOT/FMCSA requirements and best practices.
      
      
      
      
      HSE Training, Reporting, and Improvement:
      
      
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      • Set safety training requirements and oversee training programs.
        
      • Analyze and report on safety statistics, collaborate with H&S managers to address negative trends.
        
      • Manage EPA and OSHA records.
        
      • Monitor compliance with H&S assessments and audits.
        
      • Create dashboards for continuous improvement of H&S KPIs.
        
        
        
        
        What You Bring:
        
        
        
      • 10+ years of program management experience within occupational safety and health
        
      • 8+ years of multi-site H&S leadership experience (> 20+ locations)
        
      • Bachelor's degree in a related field, is preferred
        
      • Experience leading Health & Safety programs within a distribution or warehouse environment
        
      • Experience in leading, coaching and inspiring a diverse & decentralized team of H&S managers Certified Safety Professional or equivalent
        
      • Extensive experience in DOT compliance & driver safety programs
        
      • Strong project management skills
        
      • Travel Nationally- 10%
        
      • Must be authorized to work for Sonepar in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
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        What We Offer You
        
        We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
      • Healthcare plans
        
      • Dental & vision
        
      • Paid time off
        
      • Paid parental leave
        
      • 401(k) retirement savings with company match
        
      • Professional and personal development programs
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
      • Opportunity to become a shareholder
        
      • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
        
      • Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
        
      • Robust wellness program
        
      • Tuition Reimbursement
        
      • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.
        
        Learn More About Us
        
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        Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
        
        Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
        
        Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email.
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        

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