Hermès Health, Safety & Sustainability Project Manager
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Posted
- Jul 20, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Hermès Distribution France | Health, Safety & Sustainability Project Manager | Paris. Lead HSE and CSR initiatives across 23 retail locations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Animate HSE communities in-store and support HSE referents and management teams in strengthening occupational health and safety culture across the retail network
- Lead and coordinate the Sustainable Development community at Hermès Distribution France, composed of engaged ambassadors and leaders on various CSR topics
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of occupational risk assessments (DUERP), conduct accident analysis, and deploy associated preventive actions in all retail locations
- Ensure regulatory compliance and organizational alignment with French labor and environmental codes and internal standards across all subsidiary sites
- Execute dedicated HSE and CSR projects, leveraging technical expertise in workplace health, risk prevention, and environmental management
- Monitor and report on sustainability performance indicators and progress toward the 12 Sustainable Development ambitions using corporate frameworks and reporting tools
- Contribute to climate strategy implementation, including carbon accounting support, climate adaptation measures, and team engagement on climate-related best practices
- Deploy diversity and inclusion initiatives, including management of ESAT partnerships across the network, communication of the Disability Accord, and participation in awareness campaigns (SEEPH)
- Coordinate and support the internal HSE/CSR certification project by implementing requirements and tracking certification milestones across retail locations
- Design and deploy communication and awareness campaigns tailored to retail teams, ensuring alignment with organizational strategic priorities
- Build capability within the HSE network and Sustainable Development ambassador community through targeted training and coaching
- Collaborate with HR and training teams to strengthen occupational health, safety, and sustainability training resources for store employees
- Organize and lead internal events and initiatives to mobilize teams around health, safety, and sustainability commitments
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (Bac+5) from an engineering school, specialized institution, or Master's degree with specialization in Occupational Health & Safety (HSE) or Sustainable Development
- 4–6 years of professional experience in HSE functions
- Demonstrated experience in cross-functional network management, project delivery, and change management
- Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety issues and CSR/sustainability frameworks and standards
- Proficiency in English
- Passion for retail and customer-centric mindset
- Proven ability to inspire, engage, and federate diverse stakeholder groups
Skills
Experience
4–6 years of professional experience in HSE functions, with demonstrated capability in cross-functional network management, project leadership, and organizational change. Prior retail experience is strongly valued.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Bac+5) from an engineering school, specialized institution in occupational health and safety, or a Master's degree with specialization in Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) or Sustainable Development.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
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