Vice President of Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS)

Role Description The Vice President of Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) is a full-time remote role responsible for establishing and leading the company’s global EHS strategy. This role oversees the development, implementation, and continual improvement of EHS policies, standards, and procedures across product development, manufacturing partnerships, and distribution activities. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing EHS risk assessments, directing auditing programs, monitoring regulatory compliance, and ensuring alignment with industry best practices for consumer goods and personal care products. The Vice President will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, quality, product development, and supply chain, to embed safety, health, and environmental considerations into business decisions. This role also leads incident investigation processes, sets measurable EHS performance goals, and drives a culture of proactive safety behavior and sustainable practices throughout the organization and its partner network.
Qualifications
Strong expertise in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS), including strategy development, policy creation, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing or consumer goods environments.
Demonstrated experience in HSE auditing and performance monitoring to identify risks, verify controls, and drive corrective and preventive actions.
Knowledge of Occupational Health practices and Industrial Hygiene principles to manage workplace exposures, health risks, and safe work environments.
Experience promoting Behavior Based Safety programs and leading initiatives that strengthen safety culture and employee engagement.
Proven leadership experience in a senior EHS role, with the ability to influence executive stakeholders and partner organizations.
Familiarity with applicable national and international EHS regulations and standards related to consumer goods, cosmetics, and personal care manufacturing.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills, with the ability to translate findings into clear, actionable plans.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, policies, training materials, and executive briefings.
Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, manage multiple projects, and collaborate across time zones and cultures.
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, NEBOSH

Skills
Auditing, Regulatory Compliance

Experience
10+ yrs

Work arrangement
Yes