Security Manager

JOB SUMMARY :

The Global Security & EHS Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of global security programs, while providing strategic leadership and governance over the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) function.

This role has direct ownership of global security , including building and standardizing programs, leading incident response, and establishing enterprise-wide policies and practices. In parallel, the role provides oversight and direction to EHS , ensuring consistent standards, effective processes, strong safety culture integration, and accurate reporting across all regions.

The position plays a critical role in global integration efforts , aligning legacy practices, strengthening Behavior-Based Safety (BBS), and ensuring leadership has clear, actionable visibility into both safety and security performance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Key Responsibilities
  Global Security Leadership (Direct Ownership)
  
  • Develop and implement a global security strategy , standards, and governance model.
  • Lead the build-out and standardization of security programs across all facilities, beginning with Michigan and scaling globally.
  • Conduct and oversee security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
  • Design and implement security systems and processes, including:
  • Access control and badging
  • Surveillance systems
  • Visitor management
  • Guarding strategies
  • Incident response protocols
  • Lead and support security incident response and investigations globally.
  • Develop, maintain, and enforce global security policies, procedures, and standards .
  • Create and manage security budgets , including ROI-based recommendations and capital planning.
  • Lead execution of security-related projects, ensuring scalability and consistency across regions.
  EHS Leadership & Governance (Oversight)
  • Provide leadership and oversight to the EHS function across all regions.
  • Ensure consistent EHS standards, frameworks, and expectations are established and maintained globally.
  • Oversee the development and alignment of EHS policies, procedures, and standard work (developed through the EHS team).
  • Ensure a standardized approach to safety investigations , including process, documentation, and follow-through.
  • Drive integration and sustainability of Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs across facilities.
  • Partner with EHS leaders and plant leadership to strengthen safety culture and accountability.
  • Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements while maintaining global consistency.
  Metrics, Reporting & Executive Visibility
  • Define and standardize global security and EHS metrics aligned with organizational priorities.
  • Ensure accurate, consistent reporting across all regions.
  • Develop dashboards and executive-level reporting to provide visibility into trends, risks, and performance.
  • Analyze data (incidents, near misses, security events) and drive proactive, data-driven recommendations.
  Global Integration & Collaboration
  • Support global integration efforts , aligning security and EHS practices across legacy organizations.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to leadership across the U.S., Canada, and international locations.
  • Partner with HR, Operations, IT, Legal, and Executive Leadership to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Balance global standardization with regional operational needs.
  Training, Awareness & Standardization
  • Develop and deploy global security training programs and awareness initiatives.
  • Oversee EHS training strategy and ensure consistency in delivery and content across regions.
  • Reinforce leadership accountability for both safety and security practices.
  • Conduct site visits to support implementation, training, and adoption.
  Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
  • Identify enterprise risks related to security and safety and prioritize mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure alignment between security and EHS to reduce overall organizational risk.
  • Drive continuous improvement through audits, reviews, and lessons learned.
  Qualifications
  Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Safety, Security, Environmental Health, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Progressive leadership experience in security and/or EHS roles within a multi-site or global environment .
  • Proven experience building or transforming programs (security strongly preferred).
  • Strong project management experience, including global planning, budgeting, and execution.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead through influence across regions and functions.
  • Strong communication skills with experience presenting to leadership and executives.

TRAVEL :

Travel to Michigan plants required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

• Ability to communicate effectively with plant leadership, executives, and frontline team members.
• Familiarity with access control systems, surveillance technologies, and incident management practices.
• Risk assessment and mitigation.
• Project and program management.
• Budget development and cost control.
• Policy development and implementation.
• Training and facilitation.
• Cross-functional collaboration.
• Executive and plant-level communication.