Senior Director, Global Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)

Colgate-Palmolive

Piscataway, NJ

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$195,200–$250,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Animal Nutrition, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Benchmarking, Collision Avoidance Systems, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Diversity, Due Diligence, Electricity, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Sciences, Ergonomics, Health Maintenance, Home Care, Incident Management, Industrial Hygiene, Infectious Diseases, International Health, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Marconi/MSI Planet, Materials Testing, Mergers and Acquisitions, OSHA, Occupational Health, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Personal Care, Product Safety, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Skin Care, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Systems Maintenance, Talent Management, Technical Leadership

LOCATION

Piscataway, NJ

POSTED

14 days ago

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country

Job Number #174388 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

As the Senior Director, Environmental, Health & Safety, you will report to the EVP, Global Manufacturing Strategies & E2E Engineering and provide strategic leadership and tactical oversight for Colgate-Palmolive's global Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across the end-to-end supply chain. Guided by our mission to protect our People, the Planet, and our Brand, this role balances visionary long-term strategy—including Colgate's _EHS 2030 Moonshot_ —with rigorous operational excellence. The Sr. Director is responsible for a comprehensive portfolio spanning environmental compliance, industrial hygiene, SIF prevention, and Human & Organizational Performance (HOP). As a global subject matter expert, you will leverage advanced AI and digital technologies to mitigate risk and drive world-class EHS performance.

Responsibilities:

+ Champion the Global EHS Strategy - _Excel at Fundamentals, Control Critical Risks, Leadership & Engagement at all Levels_ .

+ Direct the global execution of the EHS transformation through a 2030 Moonshot strategy, focusing on _Ambition Zero_ (accidents and SIF incidents), SIF prevention, and sustainability, while serving as a bridge between high-level strategic goals and tactical plant-level execution.

+ Oversee global EHS compliance frameworks - including Company Standards, compliance auditing (EHS, PSM, Electrical), external interface, and supporting regulatory and legislative inquiries

+ Lead environmental strategy execution - including standards for waste reduction, the "True Zero Waste" program, and rigorous environmental due diligence for property transactions and M&A activities.

+ Institutionalize SIF prevention strategies using the ASTM E2920 standard and implement advanced technical controls for high-risk areas, including AI-driven/evolving machine guarding controls and FLT collision avoidance systems.

+ Drive Zero Harm and IH/Occ Health programs - No mandatory respirator use, reducing mandatory hearing protection use to < 25%, no high risk ergonomic tasks, no high risk elevated temperature risks.

+ Lead pandemic preparedness program, maintain Health Incident Management Plan. Track global infectious disease outbreaks.

+ Align w/Engineering on transformative technologies while ensuring appropriate controls/redundancies and protective measures as we evolve and execute our automation strategy.

+ Be the GSC link to Regulatory and Product Safety on occupational and environmental chemical risks and evolving legislation.

+ Champion a "Speak Up" culture and drive engagement by embedding Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) as an Operational Excellence (OPEX) principle across the organization.

+ Oversee global EHS & Sustainability digital systems, generating internal and external reports as required.

Required Qualifications:

+ BS in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Technology, or Sustainability Management.

+ Minimum of 15+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience in large-scale manufacturing or supply chain environments.

+ Extensive knowledge of US (OSHA, EPA, DOT)/state EHS regulations

+ A proven track record of navigating complex regulatory frameworks in Latin America, Europe/EMEA, and Asia.

+ Proven ability to lead and drive performance across cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders across diverse regions

+ Expert-level knowledge of EHS digital management systems (e.g., Benchmark-Gensuite).

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Master’s degree in a related technical or management field.

+ Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).

+ Deep expertise in Human & Organizational Performance (HOP), Operational Excellence (OPEX), and the Hierarchy of Controls.

+ Understanding of ASTM (American Society of Testing Materials) E2920 standard and global EHS and sustainability reporting requirements

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $195,200 - $250,000 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxk_eF4utznQoVHlxmL9jVFJbOkM4Oe5CAdKOg-h9EPdLfg/viewform) should you require accommodation.

For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here (https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/content/dam/cp-sites/corporate/corporate/en_us/corp/locale-assets/pdf/colgate-terms-and-conditions-2023.pdf) .

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About the Company

Colgate-Palmolive

The small soap and candle business that William Colgate began in New York City early in the 19th century is now, more than 200 years later, a truly global company serving hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide. Throughout this history, Colgate people and Colgate values have been at the heart of our success. Today, Colgate focuses on four core businesses Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate now sells its products in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing

WEBSITE

https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us

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