Manager, Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability – Environmental Compliance
About The Position
The Manager, Environmental Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHSS) Environmental Compliance leads the implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of EHSS programs to ensure compliance with Bristol Myers Squibb Global EHSS Standards and applicable local, state, and national regulations. The role provides strategic direction, technical leadership, and operational support across Research & Development, engineering, maintenance, and site operations. Working with the site EHS team, the Manager supports BMS San Diego Research and Early Development and the site in worker safety, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and adherence to BMS Global Standards. The position integrates EHSS systems, standards, and practices into site operations, supporting proactive risk management and protection of employees, facilities, and surrounding communities. It partners with site, regional, and global stakeholders to promote a strong EHSS culture, regulatory readiness, and safe and sustainable operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible EHSS experience in a regulated environment such as biotechnology, pharmaceutical, laboratory, or manufacturing operations.
- Strong working knowledge of applicable EHSS environmental compliance regulations and standards across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and managing EHSS environmental programs, compliance systems, and audit processes.
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management capabilities.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive results in a dynamic environment.
- High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining robust, compliant EHSS programs.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM.
Responsibilities
- Lead implementation and continuous improvement of EHSS programs, policies, and systems in alignment with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical leadership and oversight for environmental, health, and safety programs, including hazardous waste management, hazard communication, and environmental compliance.
- Partner with Research & Development, engineering, and facilities teams to integrate EHSS environmental compliance into operations, maintenance, utilities, and capital projects.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and inspection readiness; serve as a liaison with external regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.
- Lead and support EHSS audits, inspections, and self-assessments, including preparation, execution, and closure of corrective and preventive actions.
- Promote a proactive safety culture by modeling best practices, supporting safety initiatives, and engaging employees and leaders.
- Manage incident reporting, investigation, and root cause analysis, ensuring timely corrective actions and regulatory reporting.
- Provide environmental compliance guidance for site activities, including chemical use and disposal approvals, risk assessments, and hazard mitigation; exercise stop-work authority when needed to prevent harm.
- Oversee EHSS systems and platforms for inspections, compliance tracking, and reporting, maintaining data accuracy and audit readiness.
- Support EHSS governance processes, including site committees, tiered operational meetings, and leadership forums.
- Ensure delivery of EHSS environmental compliance onboarding and ongoing training, and promote employee awareness of EHSS responsibilities.
- Support facility projects, change management, and operational readiness initiatives with EHSS environmental compliance expertise.
- Identify and implement improvements to EHSS environmental programs, systems, and workflows.
- Collaborate with regional and global EHSS teams to align site activities with corporate directives and share best practices.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit plans, including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance offerings.
- Eligible U.S.-based exempt employees may receive Flexible Time Off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval.
- 11 paid company holidays each year for U.S.-based exempt employees.
- Depending on eligibility, paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs.
- Eligible employees may receive an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
- Additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
