Manager, Safe Fleet Process Owner

Manager, Safe Fleet Process Owner

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Manager, Safe Fleet Process Owner located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Raynham, Massachusetts, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Warsaw, Indiana, Cork, Ireland, or Leeds, UK.

The Manager, Fleet/Road Safety is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing global fleet and road safety programs to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and direct continuous improvement in transportation safety performance. This role leads cross-functional initiatives to protect employees, contractors, and the public, and supports business objectives through effective risk management and regulatory compliance.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain global fleet and road safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Lead incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes for fleet/road safety events.
• Analyze fleet safety data, trends, and KPIs; report findings to senior leadership and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate driver training, qualification, and safety awareness programs across all regions.
• Manage compliance with applicable transportation, road safety, and fleet regulations (local, regional, global).
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and HR to ensure safe vehicle selection, maintenance, and driver management.
• Support sustainability initiatives related to fleet operations (e.g., emissions reduction, eco-driving)

Other Duties

• Participate in EHS&S audits and assessments
• Develop and mentor regional office/deliver/fleet specialists and commercial leaders/teams by providing technical training, expertise, and solutions
• Develop, implement and help coordinate road safety training modules and coordinate regional trainings with regional office/deliver/fleet specialists
• Support crisis management and emergency response related to fleet incidents
• Represent the company in external fleet safety forums and industry group

Required Qualifications

• Required Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, Transportation, or related field
• Required Years of Related Experience: 6-8+ years in fleet/road safety management or EHS

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expertise in fleet safety regulations and standards
• Ability to work in a cross-regional, cross-sector, and cross-functional team Strong analytical and data management skills
• Experience with incident investigation and corrective action
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
• Strategic vendor/supplier management skills
• Valid driver license and good driving history required.

Travel on the Job

• Travel Required: Yes
• Percentage Traveled: 20-30%
• Type of Travel Required: Domestic and international site visits, audits, and training

People Management Experience

• People Management Experience Required: No
• Required Years of People Management Experience: NA

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Minimum Education: Master's degree in relevant field
• Experience in global fleet safety programs
• Familiarity with sustainability and emissions reduction strategies
• Certification in road safety or fleet management (e.g., CSP, CSM, Fleet Safety Certification)

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

$102,000.00 - $177,100.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period 10 daysVolunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits