Sales SHE Manager

Job Purpose: As the Sales Safety Manager, you will be responsible for driving a strong safety culture within the commercial function by implementing and overseeing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) initiatives. Your primary focus will be to ensure a safe working environment for all employees by conducting risk assessments, delivering safety training, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, NEBOSH, and other relevant regulatory standards. Through proactive monitoring and strategic safety programs, you will play a key role in mitigating risks and fostering a safety-first mindset across the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Safety Awareness & Culture

• Foster a culture of safety among Commerce employees through initiatives such as safety campaigns, induction sessions, safety accreditations, and pre-meeting safety briefings.

• Promote a proactive approach to safety by engaging employees in continuous safety discussions.

2. Safety Training & Compliance

• Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training programs for Commerce employees and third-party contractors, including induction, initial, ongoing, and refresher training.

• Ensure all employees adhere to established safety policies and procedures.

• Develop and conduct safety training for account managers and delivery personnel.

• Provide defensive driving courses and emergency response training.

• Promote a proactive safety culture through regular communication and engagement initiatives.

3. Road Safety & Driver Monitoring

• Ensure full compliance with the Road Safety Program and Policy to minimize transportation risks.

• Monitor drivers’ weekly reports via the telematics dashboard to promote safe driving behaviors and address risky driving patterns.

• Work closely with the Fleet and Sales teams to develop and implement detailed Journey Management Plans for all relevant stakeholders.

• Monitor account managers’ driving distances, behaviors, and compliance with safety standards.

• Implement vehicle safety policies, including proper usage, inspections, and maintenance schedules.

• Use telematics and GPS tracking to ensure adherence to safe driving practices.

4. Incident Management & Reporting

• Conduct thorough incident investigations to determine root causes and implement remedial actions.

• Promptly report safety events on the designated platform and coordinate accident investigations. Ensure all drivers have the necessary licenses, certifications, and compliance with legal requirements.

5. Workplace Safety & Injury Prevention

• Minimize Lost Time Injuries (LTI) by enforcing strict adherence to safety policies and ensuring safe working conditions.

• Implement and monitor Manual Handling Procedures to prevent physical injuries.

• Ensure compliance with warehouse and retail safety standards across Heineken and Distributor locations.

6. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Management

• Oversee the administration and distribution of PPE in sales regions and warehouses as per operational requirements.

• Conduct routine inspections to ensure employees are equipped with and correctly using PPE.

9. Good Housekeeping (GHK) & 5S Implementation

• Apply the 5S methodology to maintain workplace organization and cleanliness.

• Ensure that all internal warehouses adhere to Good Housekeeping (GHK) practices.

10. Risk Assessment & Hazard Prevention

• Conduct detailed risk assessments to identify potential hazards in retail shops, customer premises.

• Conduct risk assessments on delivery routes and retail operations to prevent accidents and delays.

• Develop and implement preventive and recovery measures to mitigate identified risks.

11. Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Develop and maintain Emergency Response Plans, including evacuation procedures, fire safety protocols, and Medical Emergency Response Plans (MERP).

• Conduct emergency drills to ensure employee preparedness and compliance with emergency response protocols.

12. Safety Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Provide bi-weekly and monthly safety reports, including trend analyses, to relevant stakeholders.

• Monitor and track safety performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in safety initiatives.

Key Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Transportation Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience: 5+ years in safety management, fleet safety, transportation safety, or retail logistics safety.

• Certifications: DOT compliance certification, OSHA, NEBOSH, or other relevant safety certifications preferred.

• Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of transportation safety regulations and retail delivery logistics.
  • Experience using telematics, GPS tracking, and fleet monitoring systems.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to train and influence teams to follow safety protocols.