Global EH&S Manager

A Moving Experience.

Do you have a passion for fostering a safe, sustainable, and health-conscious work environment on a global scale? Are you driven to lead innovative initiatives in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HS&E) management? Then Cerence might be the perfect place for your next career adventure!

Who is Cerence?

Cerence is the global leader in AI for transportation, pioneering voice and AI-powered solutions that transform mobility. With our technology embedded in over 500 million vehicles globally, we collaborate with leading automakers (including Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Toyota, and more) to create safer, smarter, and more enjoyable journeys for drivers and passengers alike.

Our Culture and Values

At Cerence, our people are our driving force. With offices spanning Europe, Asia, and North America, our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and customer focus. We offer a dynamic and inclusive environment with continuous opportunities for learning, development, and career growth.

Your Role and Impact

As a Global HS&E Manager, you will play a pivotal role in creating and executing strategies that promote health, safety, and environmental excellence across our worldwide operations. This is a high-impact role where you’ll directly contribute to maintaining Cerence’s reputation as a leader in responsible and sustainable business practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive health, safety, and environmental policies and programs that align with global standards and business objectives.

• Ensure compliance with international HS&E regulations while adapting to local requirements in our 17 global offices.

• Lead the creation of training programs to enhance employee awareness and foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

• Identify potential HS&E risks, implement mitigation plans, and continuously evaluate their effectiveness.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance environmental sustainability goals, including carbon reduction, waste management, and energy efficiency.

• Oversee investigations of workplace incidents, ensuring proper root-cause analysis and preventative measures are in place.

• Partner with leadership, employees, and external agencies to champion HS&E best practices and drive continuous improvement.

What You Bring

• Minimum of 5 years in HS&E leadership roles, preferably within multinational organizations.

• Proven track record of implementing HS&E programs across diverse geographies.

• Strong knowledge of global HS&E standards, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.

• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and emergency preparedness strategies.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.

• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.

• Flexibility and resilience in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Safety Engineering, or a related field.

Why Join Us?

At Cerence, we recognize the value of your contributions and are committed to your growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Competitive compensation package, including an annual bonus opportunity.

• Comprehensive insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability).

• Generous paid time off and holidays.

• Retirement savings plan contributions.

• Equity awards for eligible positions.

• Opportunities for remote or hybrid work, depending on location.

Join Cerence and make a lasting impact on our employees, our business, and the world.

Cerence Inc. (Nasdaq: CRNC and www.cerence.com) is the global industry leader in creating unique, moving experiences for the automotive world. Spun out from Nuance in October 2019, Cerence is a new, independent company that has quickly gained traction as a leader in the automotive voice assistant space, working with all of the world’s leading automakers – from Ford and Fiat Chrysler to Daimler, Audi and BMW to Geely and SAIC – to transform how a car feels, responds and learns. Its track record is built on more than 20 years of industry experience and leadership and more than 500 million cars on the road today across more than 70 languages.  

As Cerence looks to the future and continues an ambitious growth agenda, we need someone to join the team and help build the future of voice and AI in cars. This is an exciting opportunity to join Cerence’s passionate, dedicated, global team and be a part of meaningful innovation in a rapidly growing industry. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Cerence is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, genetic information and other protected classifications. Cerence Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.

All prospective and current Employees need to remain vigilant when it comes to executing security policies in the workplace. This includes:

- Following workplace security protocols and training programs to familiarize with the ways to maintain a safe workplace.
- Following security procedures to report any suspicious activity.
- Having respect for corporate security procedures to allow those procedures to be effective.
- Adhering to company's compliance and regulations.
- Encouraging to follow a zero tolerance for workplace violence.

- Basic knowledge of information security and data privacy requirements (e.g., how to protect data & how to be handling this data).

- Demonstrative knowledge of information security through internal training programs.