Lead the transformation of safety standards across a global organization and protect what matters most people and operations.
As Manager Group Safety you shape safety standards and culture across an international retail organization impacting millions of customers and associates.
About Ahold Delhaize
Were Ahold Delhaize one of the worlds largest food retail groups. Together with our seventeen strong local retail brands in Europe the United States and Indonesia we share a passion for delivering great food value and innovations. By bringing ideas to the table and acting on them you help create a healthier tomorrow. Together we make better choices accessible for millions of people every day.
Your new team
As Manager Group Safety you will be part of our Group Compliance & Ethics / Asset Protection ecosystem working closely with brand safety teams Public Affairs Internal Audit and other global stakeholders. You will operate in a highly collaborative international environment focused on protecting people customers and business operations.
Key focus areas of your role
Lead the global safety program You will design and drive a best-in-industry safety framework including policies standards and controls ensuring consistent implementation across all brands.
Strengthen safety compliance and risk management You will identify key risks and build structured mitigation programs ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Drive monitoring assurance and accountability You will establish strong governance reporting and escalation mechanisms ensuring brands effectively manage safety risks and continuously improve.
Promote a strong safety culture You will actively embed a culture of safety and compliance through communication collaboration and training initiatives across the organization.
What youll be working on
Developing and maintaining Group Safety policies standards and frameworks
Leading safety compliance programs and risk assessments across brands
Monitoring safety performance through KPIs audits and reporting
Driving escalation and response protocols for major safety risks or incidents
Partnering with internal teams and external stakeholders on safety initiatives
Leading continuous improvement through insights benchmarking and best practices
Representing Ahold Delhaize in external safety-related organizations
Whats in it for you
At Ahold Delhaize we create a caring culture where you feel safe and supported. Being part of our family of brands means working in an international environment with high impact and visibility.
We offer:
A strategic global role with strong business impact
Cross-functional collaboration with senior stakeholders
Opportunities to shape safety standards across multiple markets
Competitive compensation and benefits
Flexibility and well-being support
Whats in it for you
Aside from what we ask of you in this role we also have a great deal to offer you: plenty of growth opportunities and various cross-brand career options; flexible working hours; a hybrid working model (we ask you to spend at least 50% of your working time at the office); and the chance to drive meaningful change on a global scale. You can look forward to a good work-life balance and the chance to work in an inclusive environment that wholeheartedly encourages growth and welcomes you just the way you are.
Plus:
A gross annual salary from 80000 to 90000
Attractive bonuses
A first-rate pension plan
20 vacation days and the option to buy an additional 125 days from your personal flex budget
Travel expenses or an NS travel card
A laptop and smartphone
Travel allowance discounts on health insurance and groceries
The ingredients you bring
10 years of experience in safety risk management or related field
Experience within retail or a complex international organization
Strong knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards
Relevant certification (e.g. CSP CIH or equivalent)
Fluent in English
You are also: analytical collaborative and influential with strong leadership skills and the ability to drive alignment across a global organization.
Apply now!
Are you keen to join the Group Safety team Even if you dont tick all the boxes but you still believe you have the personality and skills that make you a suitable candidate we strongly encourage you to reach out to us.
Apply now via the button on this page or feel free to contact Damjan Bugarski Talent Acquisition Specialist via if you have any questions.
At Ahold Delhaize and our local brands we broadly define diversity as being inclusive of thoughts and skills generational differences LGBTQ gender race and ethnicity disabilities nationalities and more and we accept all people for who they are.
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Manager Group SafetyLead the transformation of safety standards across a global organization and protect what matters most people and operations.As Manager Group Safety you shape safety standards and culture across an international retail organization impacting millions of customers and associates....
Manager Group Safety
Lead the transformation of safety standards across a global organization and protect what matters most people and operations.
As Manager Group Safety you shape safety standards and culture across an international retail organization impacting millions of customers and associates.
About Ahold Delhaize
Were Ahold Delhaize one of the worlds largest food retail groups. Together with our seventeen strong local retail brands in Europe the United States and Indonesia we share a passion for delivering great food value and innovations. By bringing ideas to the table and acting on them you help create a healthier tomorrow. Together we make better choices accessible for millions of people every day.
Your new team
As Manager Group Safety you will be part of our Group Compliance & Ethics / Asset Protection ecosystem working closely with brand safety teams Public Affairs Internal Audit and other global stakeholders. You will operate in a highly collaborative international environment focused on protecting people customers and business operations.
Key focus areas of your role
Lead the global safety program You will design and drive a best-in-industry safety framework including policies standards and controls ensuring consistent implementation across all brands.
Strengthen safety compliance and risk management You will identify key risks and build structured mitigation programs ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Drive monitoring assurance and accountability You will establish strong governance reporting and escalation mechanisms ensuring brands effectively manage safety risks and continuously improve.
Promote a strong safety culture You will actively embed a culture of safety and compliance through communication collaboration and training initiatives across the organization.
What youll be working on
Developing and maintaining Group Safety policies standards and frameworks
Leading safety compliance programs and risk assessments across brands
Monitoring safety performance through KPIs audits and reporting
Driving escalation and response protocols for major safety risks or incidents
Partnering with internal teams and external stakeholders on safety initiatives
Leading continuous improvement through insights benchmarking and best practices
Representing Ahold Delhaize in external safety-related organizations
Whats in it for you
At Ahold Delhaize we create a caring culture where you feel safe and supported. Being part of our family of brands means working in an international environment with high impact and visibility.
We offer:
A strategic global role with strong business impact
Cross-functional collaboration with senior stakeholders
Opportunities to shape safety standards across multiple markets
Competitive compensation and benefits
Flexibility and well-being support
Whats in it for you
Aside from what we ask of you in this role we also have a great deal to offer you: plenty of growth opportunities and various cross-brand career options; flexible working hours; a hybrid working model (we ask you to spend at least 50% of your working time at the office); and the chance to drive meaningful change on a global scale. You can look forward to a good work-life balance and the chance to work in an inclusive environment that wholeheartedly encourages growth and welcomes you just the way you are.
Plus:
A gross annual salary from 80000 to 90000
Attractive bonuses
A first-rate pension plan
20 vacation days and the option to buy an additional 125 days from your personal flex budget
Travel expenses or an NS travel card
A laptop and smartphone
Travel allowance discounts on health insurance and groceries
The ingredients you bring
10 years of experience in safety risk management or related field
Experience within retail or a complex international organization
Strong knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards
Relevant certification (e.g. CSP CIH or equivalent)
Fluent in English
You are also: analytical collaborative and influential with strong leadership skills and the ability to drive alignment across a global organization.
Apply now!
Are you keen to join the Group Safety team Even if you dont tick all the boxes but you still believe you have the personality and skills that make you a suitable candidate we strongly encourage you to reach out to us.
Apply now via the button on this page or feel free to contact Damjan Bugarski Talent Acquisition Specialist via if you have any questions.
At Ahold Delhaize and our local brands we broadly define diversity as being inclusive of thoughts and skills generational differences LGBTQ gender race and ethnicity disabilities nationalities and more and we accept all people for who they are.
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