Director, EHS&S Americas

The Opportunity: Avantor is looking for a Director, EHS&S – Americas to join our Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability team. The Director is a strategic leader responsible for advancing environmental, health, safety, and sustainability (EHS&S) programs across North America. Leading regional teams, this position drives compliance, risk management, safety excellence, and operational performance while aligning EHS&S priorities with business objectives. The role reports directly to the VP of EHS&S. What we’re looking for Education: Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Engineering, or related field Experience: 10–15+ years of EHS experience Multi-site and multi-country experience required Strong regulatory knowledge across America Proven leadership and cultural transformation experience Preferred Certification(s): Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) How you will thrive and create an impact The Director develops and executes EHS&S strategies across the Americas, driving regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, sustainability objectives, and business performance. Leading regional teams and partnering with executive leadership, this role oversees EHS&S programs and enterprise-wide initiatives that strengthen safety culture, enhance environmental stewardship, improve operational excellence, and advance the organization's long-term sustainability goals. Develop and execute the Americas EHS&S strategy, ensuring full alignment with global EHS&S objectives and the organization’s broader business goals. Provide leadership and direction to regional EHS&S teams, building capability, driving accountability, and fostering a high-performance culture focused on safety excellence. Ensure consistent compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA), while proactively identifying and mitigating risks across all North American sites. Lead the design and implementation