EHS Systems, Data & Technology Manager

Group 1 Automotive Inc. an international Fortune 250 automotive retailer and a leading operator in the automotive retailing industry is seeking an experienced and dynamicEHS Systems Data & Technology Manager to join our team!

Group 1 Automotive owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity transparency professionalism teamwork and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail.

Group 1 seeks to hire an EHS Systems and Data Manager. The position reports to the Director EHS.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically strong EHS Systems & Data Manager to support and advance our Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs through data technology and system integration. This role will manage all EHS systems responsible for managing safety data across multiple platforms developing reporting and analytics solutions and optimizing our EHS software and digital tools.

This individual will bridge the gap between safety operations and technology ensuring data is accurate actionable and effectively supports decision-making across the organization. This role is critical in transforming Environmental Health and Safety from a reactive function into a data-driven technology-enabled capability ensuring that systems integrations and analytics provide real-time visibility and actionable insights across the organization.

EHS Systems Management

• Act as the owner and primary administrator and technical owner of the companys EHS software platform. Configure maintain and continuously improve system functionality.
• Manage user access workflows forms and system updates
• Oversee system performance and drive resolution of critical issues through internal teams and vendors.

Data Integration & Analytics

• Manage the enterprise strategy for EHS data architecture including collection standardization and governance.
• Own and oversee enterprise reporting and analytics strategy (e.g. Power BI Excel or similar tools).
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership and field teams.
• Ensure data integrity consistency and accuracy across platforms.

AI & Advanced Analytics

• Identify and implement opportunities to leverage AI and machine learning to enhance EHS performance and risk prediction.
• Develop or support predictive models for incident prevention risk scoring and trend forecasting.
• Explore use of AI tools (e.g. Copilot Azure AI or similar) to automate data analysis reporting and workflows.
• Partner with IT and data teams to integrate AI capabilities into existing EHS systems and data pipelines.
• Evaluate emerging technologies (e.g. computer vision NLP) for safety applications such as incident analysis and hazard identification.

Technical Leadership for EHS

• Serve as the functional leader for EHS systems and data capabilities across the enterprise
• Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve data collection and reporting.
• Lead or support implementation of new EHS technologies and system enhancements.
• Manage relationships with EHS software vendors and technology partners

SharePoint & Collaboration Tools

• Design build and maintain SharePoint sites for EHS documentation communication and collaboration.
• Organize and manage digital content to improve accessibility and usability.
• Support integration between SharePoint and other business systems.

Process Improvement & Standardization

• Develop standardized processes for data capture reporting and analysis.
• Support audits compliance reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Lead collaboration across EHS IT HR Risk and Operations to align systems and data strategy.

• Bachelors degree in business Analytics Information Systems Data Analytics or related field.
• 57 years of experience in EHS systems data analytics or related technical role
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools especially SharePoint advanced Excell skills
• Strong analytical and executivelevel communication skills.
• Experience administering or supporting EHS software platforms (e.g. Intelex Enablon Cority Benchmark Gensuite or similar).
• Experience working with multiple data sources and systems integration.
• Understanding of EHS regulations and safety programs.

Preferred

• Familiarity with Safety regulatory compliance OSHA EPA OSHA 300 logs or audit processes a plus.
• Experience using AI copilots or automation tools to enhance business processes.
• Knowledge of Automotive Retail industry.

Key Competencies

• Strong systems thinking and architecture mindset.
• Ability to translate technical data into business insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement mindset

Work Environment

• Office and/or hybrid environment with collaboration across corporate and field teams
• Occasional travel may be required

*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks MVR and drug testing in order to qualify for employment*

Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify