Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) & Facilities

Company Overview (Who are we? Why should you join us?)

At ecoATM the proof of our success is in our staggering growth, extraordinary impact on protecting the planet, and providing a work culture unlike any other. We are a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. Through our 7,000 automated kiosks and online marketplace Gazelle.com, we enable people all over the world to join the mobile device re-use revolution, a revolution that will get billions of used smartphones out of the e-waste cycle and into the hands of people who don’t have affordable access to the empowerment of the latest mobile technology.

At ecoATM we know our employees are our greatest strength and the key to our continued growth and success. When you join our team, you will enjoy more than just a job, you will be empowered to develop and utilize your unique talents and skills to build a rewarding career while making a lasting, positive impact on the planet.

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Position Summary

The Director, Facilities & EHS is responsible for the safety, compliance, and physical infrastructure of ecoATM Gazelle's corporate offices and warehouses. This role owns the company's environmental health and safety program end-to-end — policy, training, incident response, and regulatory compliance — while also managing facilities operations, vendor relationships, and capital projects. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can build scalable programs from the ground up and operate in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Health & Safety

• Design, implement, and maintain the company's EHS program across all facilities, warehouses, and field operations including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications which includes leading the yearly audits.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable state/local environmental and safety regulations
• Lead incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning for safety events
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees and site leaders
• Own EHS reporting, audits, and regulatory filings; serve as primary point of contact for regulatory inspections
• Manage hazardous materials handling and disposal programs relevant to device refurbishment/recycling operations

Facilities Management

• Oversee facilities operations across corporate offices, warehouses, and distribution/refurbishment sites including preventive maintenance programs and emergency preparedness planning
• Manage a portfolio of vendor relationships (maintenance, janitorial, construction) and negotiate relevant contracts
• Lead space planning, office buildouts, and facility capital projects, including budgeting and vendor selection

Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Build and lead a team of facilities and safety personnel across multiple sites
• Partner with Operations, HR, and Legal on workplace safety policy, workers' comp coordination, and risk management
• Report on EHS metrics, incident trends, and facilities budget/spend to executive leadership

Real Estate

• Manage the company's real estate portfolio across corporate, warehouse, and distribution sites nationwide
• Lead site selection and due diligence for new locations, including market analysis, cost modeling, and zoning/permitting review
• Negotiate new leases, renewals, and terminations in partnership with Legal and Finance, including landlord relationship management
• Track portfolio-wide lease terms, expirations, and options; maintain a rolling real estate strategy aligned to headcount and operational growth
• Evaluate build-vs-lease and consolidation opportunities to optimize footprint and costs.
• Manage relationships with brokers, landlords, and real estate legal counsel

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, EHS, or a combined role, ideally in a multi-site, warehouse, or industrial environment
• Deep working knowledge of OSHA regulations, EPA requirements, and general environmental compliance standards
• Certification such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or similar strongly preferred
• Proven experience managing capital projects, vendor contracts, multi-site budgets, and a multi-location real estate portfolio (lease negotiation, site selection, landlord management)
• Experience building or scaling a safety/facilities function in a growth-stage or PE-backed company a plus
• Strong communication skills; ability to influence at the executive level and train frontline teams
• Willingness to travel to multi-site locations as needed

Location (Where will you be working?) 

Onsite at one of our two Louisville, KY locations

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This information is provided per CA SB 1162 (“CA Pay Transparency Law”). Base pay information is based on market location. Learn more about ecoATM benefits here.

This position may also be eligible for short-term and long-term incentives based on individual and company performance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Here at ecoATM/Gazelle we value diversity & belonging and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic, and are fairly and equitably compensated based on current market data. If you need assistance, or an accommodation, please let your recruiter know.