Senior Manager- Environment, Health, and Safety

Cencora • Kansas City, MO

20h

About The Position

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today! Please Note: This person will be responsible for supporting our distribution centers across the Central and Western United States, and will be required to travel up to 50% across this territory. The ideal candidate will be located near one of our distribution centers in the covered territory, and will be within 45 minutes of a major airport. Reporting to the Senior Director of EHS, the Senior Manager of Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) at Cencora is directly responsible for activities related to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for employees and contractors at Cencora locations within the United States. This leader will have the opportunity to shape and strengthen a growing EHS organization. The role will tactically deploy the Cencora EHS strategy, vision, and values at district sites, effectively executing the strategy to elevate safety and environmental performance to world-class levels across all Cencora sites. This individual will be responsible for partnering with site leaders to reduce risk, improve safety culture, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires a collaborative approach, partnering closely with EHS subject matter experts, functional partners, and internal operations leaders to cultivate a safety-conscious culture throughout the workplace. Excellent project management skills and the ability to utilize data to make risk-based decisions are essential for driving continuous improvement and adapting to EHS challenges with precision and agility. By fostering strong partnerships and leveraging data-driven insights, the Senior Manager will ensure that Cencora not only meets regulatory requirements but also proactively enhances the health, safety, and wellbeing of all employees and contractors. This approach is crucial for minimizing risks, preventing incidents, and promoting a culture of safety excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Safety, Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in EHS with demonstrated career growth.
• 5+ years of experience leading an EHS program at multiple sites/locations.
• Experience in directly developing and leading an EHS program for multiple sites is a must.
• An innovative self-starter who is well-organized and performance driven.
• Able to collaborate with a diverse employee population and senior leaders.
• Flexible and ready to grow with a fast-paced organization.
• Able to identify gaps, problem-solve, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Have a proven track record of continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or other professional EHS certifications preferred.
• Experience working in a distribution and logistics environment is preferred.
• Preferred - subject matter experts (SMEs) in one or more of the following areas: Industrial Hygiene, Behavior-Based Safety, Industrial Ergonomics, Hazardous Materials Chemical Storage, Warehouse Safety, Mobile Equipment Safety, Hazardous Waste Management, Environmental Permitting/Programs, Fire Code, ISO 14000/140001/45001 or Crisis Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to drive continuous improvement in Cencora’s safety culture.
• Collaborate with site leaders and functional partners to ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of an effective EHS management system.
• Oversee incident reporting, lead investigations, and collaborate with sites to implement sustainable improvements.
• Share lessons learned and successful practices across all locations.
• Develop and implement procedures, processes, and related guidance; establish strategies, goals, and performance expectations through collaboration with site and business leaders.
• Identify and track leading and lagging indicators to ensure EHS continuous improvement.
• Cultivate engagement at all levels for the development and execution of a performance-based safety program through effective collaboration and understanding of Cencora’s core values.
• Review, update, and maintain EHS documentation.
• Ensure new policies and programs comply with regulatory requirements upon implementation.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory requirements.
• Represent Cencora in official duties with applicable regulatory agencies.
• Support the Workers Compensation claims management process to ensure optimal recovery of workers and return-to-work strategies.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with site and business unit management.
• This role will require up to 50% travel, especially in year one. Most travel will occur within a specific region, but the candidate may be asked to support sites/projects outside of the region.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day.
• In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness.
• This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave.
• To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees