Manager, Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability – Environmental Compliance

Bristol Myers Squibb • San Diego, CA

7d • Onsite

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, and partners across functions to foster a strong EHSS culture, regulatory readiness, and safe, sustainable business operations.

Working with the site EHS team, the position supports BMS San Diego Research and Early Development and the site in worker safety, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and adherence to BMS Global Standards. It integrates EHSS systems, standards, and practices into site operations to enable proactive risk management and protect employees, facilities, and surrounding communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• At least 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 the 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 incorporate EHSS Environmental Compliance requirements into operations, maintenance, utilities, and capital projects.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and inspection readiness, serving 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, investigations, and root cause analyses; ensure timely corrective actions and regulatory reporting.
• Provide environmental compliance guidance for site activities, including chemical use and disposal approvals, risk assessments, and hazard mitigation; stop work when necessary to prevent harm.
• Oversee EHSS systems and platforms for inspections, compliance tracking, and reporting, ensuring data accuracy and audit readiness.
• Support EHSS governance processes, including site committees, tiered operational meetings, and leadership forums.
• Ensure delivery of EHSS Environmental Compliance training, including onboarding and ongoing compliance training, and promote employee awareness of EHSS responsibilities.
• Provide EHSS Environmental Compliance support for facility projects, change management, and operational readiness initiatives.
• 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.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for eligible U.S.-based exempt employees, with no set accrual limit and subject to manager approval.
• Paid company holidays: 11 annually.
• For eligible non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico: 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires, subject to manager approval, 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
• 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 participate in an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• Potential eligibility for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager