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Time Type:
Full time
Remote Type:
Job Family Group:
Market Operations
Job Description Summary:
The Market Safety Manager leads the execution of the company’s safety strategy at the market level, implementing corporate programs and developing local programs into practical, clearly defined processes and actions that protect associates and prevent workplace injuries. This role partners with operations, sales, HR, and other market and function leaders to drive strong safety practices and culture through proactive risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
Serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, the Safety Manager oversees injury prevention, incident response and investigations, OSHA & DOT compliance, training, and emergency preparedness across warehouse, delivery, sales, and merchandising functions. This position is accountable for measurable improvement in market safety key performance indicators. Success in this role requires strong influence, operational partnership, and a hands-on approach to sustaining safe, efficient, and compliant environments.
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:
Lead & Facilitate Injury Prevention Programs –
Lead and coordinate market-level injury prevention initiatives aligned with corporate safety strategy
Facilitate monthly safety committee meetings; drive accountability and actionable outcomes
Coach leaders and committee members on safety leadership, regulatory expectations, and best practices
Develop, implement, and standardize safety policies, procedures, and work practices
Conduct and lead incident reviews, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning
Ensure accurate, timely documentation and closure of all safety incidents and follow-up actions
Perform routine safety walks, audits, and observations to proactively identify and mitigate risks
Build capability in operations and sales leadership to act as effective safety champions
Oversee weekly safety observations for warehouse and driver activities to identify unsafe behaviors and conditions
Incident Management (Accidents, Injuries, Near Misses) –
Guide supervisors in leading thorough incident investigations, including evidence collection and root cause determination
Ensure timely and accurate internal and external reporting of all incidents and near misses
Partner with operations to investigate and resolve vehicle-related incidents involving injury or damage
Drive implementation of corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurrence
Collaborate with HR, Legal, and insurance partners to assess work-relatedness, manage claims, and support return-to-work programs
Lead monthly incident review meetings with leadership to identify trends, risks, and improvement actions
Communication & Presentation –
Develop and deliver clear, consistent EHS communications, training materials, and awareness campaigns
Align safety messaging with operational priorities to strengthen engagement and ownership
Present key safety metrics, trends, and initiatives to cross-functional teams and leadership
Promote a culture of safety through visible leadership communication and reinforcement
Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, DOT, EPA) –
Lead implementation and ongoing management of OSHA compliance programs, including required training and inspections
Ensure readiness for regulatory audits, investigations, and emergency response activities
Maintain accurate OSHA 300/300A logs in partnership with HR and third-party providers
Monitor training completion and partner with leaders to address compliance gaps
Collaborate with transportation and HR teams to ensure DOT compliance (training, documentation, reporting)
Coordinate EPA compliance efforts by working with internal and external subject matter experts
Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be…