Safety & Compliance Manager

Company Description

As the Safety & Compliance Manger, you will provide leadership and guidance to drive safety performance, compliance, and risk reduction across a specific region of Red Bull’s 200+ locations, 62 Profit Centers, and 2,000+ routes. You will oversee the implementation of safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and serve as a key leader in improving the safety culture within your assigned region all the while influencing the National strategies, tactics, and goals.

This role requires a balanced approach, combining strategic growth—aligning safety initiatives with long-term business objectives—and tactical execution—delivering measurable safety results through hands-on implementation of safety processes and programs. Additionally, you will focus on developing functional excellence, fueling sustainable growth, enabling the business to win, and translating strategy into clear, actionable plans that drive performance and create lasting impact. You will play to win by enabling high-performance teams, leading across the organization, and cultivating self-awareness as a leader to continuously improve and inspire others to do the same.

*This role will be primarily focused on the Central region and preffered that the candidate is based out of that zone*

Job Description

BUILDING A CULTURE AND MINDSET OF SAFETY

Lead efforts to embed safety as a core value across all levels of the organization, ensuring it becomes integral to decision-making and daily operations.

Foster a mindset where safety is seen as an enabler of operational success rather than a compliance requirement.

Encourage proactive safety behaviors by recognizing and rewarding teams and individuals for their contributions to a safe working environment.

Drive engagement and ownership by creating an environment where all employees feel responsible for safety and empowered to act.

Communicate the importance of safety consistently and effectively, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values.

REGIONAL SAFETY LEADERSHIP

Provide strategic direction and oversight for safety programs and initiatives across all locations within your assigned region, ensuring alignment with Red Bull’s broader organizational goals.

Balance long-term strategic safety improvements with short-term tactical execution to deliver measurable results.

Champion a culture of safety by setting clear expectations, coaching managers, and fostering accountability at all levels.

Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and other safety regulations within the region.

Act as the primary safety advisor to regional leadership, providing insights, recommendations, and updates on safety performance and risk mitigation.

SHAPING STRATEGY TO ENABLE BUSINESS SUCCESS

Use your functional safety expertise to influence and shape safety strategies that align with Red Bull’s operational and business objectives.

Partner with regional and corporate leadership to ensure safety initiatives contribute to the organization’s ability to win in the marketplace.

Align safety goals with business priorities to drive operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance.

Provide thought leadership on how safety practices can create a competitive advantage by reducing risk, improving productivity, and protecting Red Bull's brand reputation.

TRANSLATING STRATEGY INTO ACTIONABLE PLANS

Translate high-level safety strategies into clear, actionable plans that drive regional performance and impact.

Develop and communicate priorities, goals, and timelines to ensure alignment and effective execution across teams.

Share your action plans with your peers and teams to foster transparency and align efforts.

Monitor progress against safety objectives, give and receive feedback, and adjust plans as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

Support each other as leaders by identifying ways to collaborate, deciding how you can help, and holding each other accountable for evolving as leaders.

PLAYING TO WIN AND ENABLING HIGH-PERFORMANCE TEAMS

Foster a winning mindset within your teams by setting ambitious goals and empowering them to achieve exceptional results.

Build and enable high-performance teams by providing the tools, training, and resources needed to succeed.

Lead across the organization by influencing at all levels, driving alignment, and inspiring collaboration.

Cultivate a sense of ownership and accountability within your teams, ensuring they are motivated to deliver their best work.

Celebrate successes and address challenges constructively to continuously improve performance and morale.

TEAM COLLABORATION AND TRUST BUILDING

Work collaboratively across departments, including Logistics, Fleet, Operations, Talent, and Legal, to align safety goals with broader business objectives.

Build trusting relationships with regional leaders and field teams by demonstrating a deep understanding of their needs and challenges.

Foster a “one team” culture by promoting open communication, collaboration, and shared accountability for safety outcomes.

Engage key stakeholders to ensure alignment and collective focus on achieving safety objectives.

Act as a reliable partner to operational teams, balancing organizational priorities with on-the-ground realities.

CULTIVATING SELF-AWARENESS AS A LEADER

Continuously evaluate your own leadership style and effectiveness, seeking opportunities for personal growth and improvement.

Remain open to feedback, actively listen to others, and model behaviors that promote trust and respect.

Demonstrate emotional intelligence by understanding the needs and motivations of your team and adapting your approach accordingly.

Lead by example, showing resilience, humility, and a commitment to Red Bull’s values.

FUELING SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

Develop and implement sustainable safety practices that integrate effective ways of working, scalable structures, and innovative technologies.

Establish frameworks that enable teams to work efficiently and effectively, driving long-term operational success.

Leverage technology, including LYTX and other systems, to create streamlined processes that enhance safety outcomes and support sustainable growth.

Build strong, adaptable teams and organizational structures to support evolving business needs and ensure future-ready capabilities.

Ensure that all safety initiatives contribute to sustainable operational improvements that align with Red Bull's growth goals.

DEVELOPING FUNCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND FUTURE CAPABILITIES

Identify and implement best practices to drive safety program excellence and operational consistency across the region.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement by developing innovative safety strategies and tools to meet future challenges.

Build the capabilities of regional teams through leadership development, skill-building, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure safety systems, processes, and technologies are scalable and future-ready.

Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to ensure Red Bull’s safety programs remain ahead of the curve.

LYTX SYSTEM IMPLEMENTATION AND REGIONAL OVERSIGHT

Support/Lead the implementation, training, and adoption of the LYTX safety video telematics system within the region.

Oversee the maintenance of the LYTX platform, including user roles, alerts, vehicle assignments, and hardware functionality.

Monitor regional LYTX data to identify trends, unsafe behaviors, and opportunities for improvement.

Ensure accountability for LYTX usage and drive measurable improvements in safety outcomes through coaching and follow-up.

DATA-DRIVEN SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Analyze regional safety data, including LYTX insights, to identify trends, predict risks, and develop targeted interventions.

Provide regular safety performance reports and dashboards to regional leadership and field teams.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and preventative measures based on data insights.

Utilize predictive analytics to proactively address potential safety risks and improve regional performance.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

Develop and deliver safety training programs for ASMSs, managers, and operational staff within the region.

Ensure all new hires and managers complete onboarding safety training and annual refreshers.

Provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to regional leaders on safety best practices and compliance requirements.

Create regional safety SOPs, guides, and materials to ensure consistent understanding and application of safety standards.

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT AND PROCESS IMPROVEMENT

Oversee investigations of incidents and near misses within the region, ensuring accurate root-cause analyses and timely implementation of corrective actions.

Collaborate with regional operations, fleet, legal, and compliance teams to address safety gaps and reduce risk exposure.

Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance operational safety and reduce liability/insurance costs.

Act as a liaison between regional teams and corporate safety leadership to share insights and align on initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field. (Preferred)

7+ years of experience in safety leadership, fleet safety, Talent/HR or logistics operations, with at least 3 years in a regional or multi-site role.

Proven experience implementing and managing “team” programs, including telematics platforms like LYTX, policy etc.

Background in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG), warehouse/distribution, or fleet safety is a strong advantage.

Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to align safety initiatives with long-term business goals.

Proven ability to execute tactical safety initiatives that deliver measurable results.

Expertise in translating strategy into actionable plans that drive performance and impact.

Experience enabling high-performance teams and fostering a winning mindset.

Proven experience implementing sustainable systems and practices to fuel long-term growth.

Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

Knowledge of safety regulations (DOT, OSHA, FMCSA) and compliance reporting.

Hybrid work arrangement (fieldwork, office, and remote setups).

Regular travel required to regional distribution centers, Profit Centers, and field locations for safety oversight and LYTX system support.

Comfortable handling sensitive safety-related information, including reviewing video footage and conducting root-cause analyses.

Additional Information

This position is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a valid visa.

The base salary range for this position is $81,120 to $121,680 + cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.

Our current Benefits include:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)

Red Bull Distribution Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.