Ahold Delhaize USA
Retail Safety Specialist I
Ahold Delhaize USA, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Position Summary
Safety Specialist provides subject matter expertise in health and safety risks and supports the Mid‑Atlantic region for Food Lion.
Key Responsibilities
Direct safety programs and lead long‑term safety and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Conduct on‑going problem‑solving based on objective assessment of facts or circumstances while using collaborative work methods to achieve consensus.
Advise leadership and business partners regarding safety risks and controls.
Integrate essential aspects of injury prevention and compliance into the execution of company strategy so associates know their role and responsibilities and are held accountable for their behaviors.
Partner with business areas to identify the best equipment, process, workflow, work environment and facility decisions which impact associate and customer safety.
Create and utilize performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of operating systems and environmental health and safety programs.
Maintain effective communication within the organization to align with organizational priorities and desired results.
Ensure associates are adequately prepared and trained to safely perform their jobs and ensure related operating systems are in place.
Provide and facilitate training courses to business partners and store teams.
Conduct safety assessments in stores and coach associates through corrective actions.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
3–5 safety or operations experience (preferably retail)
Self‑starter with ability to propose ideas and solutions
Skills and Abilities
Leadership skills
Strong analytical skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Negotiation skills
Presentation skills
Customer focus
Attention to detail
Initiative
Problem solving
Organizational awareness
Ability to influence without authority
Proficient in Office365
Compensation NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $63,440–$95,160. Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on qualifications, internal equity and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
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Key Responsibilities
Direct safety programs and lead long‑term safety and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Conduct on‑going problem‑solving based on objective assessment of facts or circumstances while using collaborative work methods to achieve consensus.
Advise leadership and business partners regarding safety risks and controls.
Integrate essential aspects of injury prevention and compliance into the execution of company strategy so associates know their role and responsibilities and are held accountable for their behaviors.
Partner with business areas to identify the best equipment, process, workflow, work environment and facility decisions which impact associate and customer safety.
Create and utilize performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of operating systems and environmental health and safety programs.
Maintain effective communication within the organization to align with organizational priorities and desired results.
Ensure associates are adequately prepared and trained to safely perform their jobs and ensure related operating systems are in place.
Provide and facilitate training courses to business partners and store teams.
Conduct safety assessments in stores and coach associates through corrective actions.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
3–5 safety or operations experience (preferably retail)
Self‑starter with ability to propose ideas and solutions
Skills and Abilities
Leadership skills
Strong analytical skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Negotiation skills
Presentation skills
Customer focus
Attention to detail
Initiative
Problem solving
Organizational awareness
Ability to influence without authority
Proficient in Office365
Compensation NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $63,440–$95,160. Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on qualifications, internal equity and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
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