Health and Wellness Manager

Job Summary

The Health and Wellness Manager is a high-impact role with the opportunity to drive meaningful change across the organization. This position spans multiple sites and departments, serving as an integral leader in advancing Terumo’s health and well-being objectives.
In this role, the Health and Wellness Manager will design and implement innovative strategies and programs that foster a culture of health and safety. The position involves cross-functional collaboration, mentoring team members, and reporting directly to the Sr. Manager of EHS. Key responsibilities include managing all work-related injuries and illnesses, overseeing direct care for associate injuries (including emergency situations), and identifying trends to lead corrective actions.
Additional duties include developing treatment protocols, preventive and emergency care guidelines, and return-to-work programs for occupational injuries. At times, consultation with HR on non-work-related health concerns may be required. The role also partners with business leaders to prevent illness and disease within facilities while promoting overall employee health and wellness. Responsible for designing and optimizing innovative strategies and programs that fosters a culture of health that advance Terumo’s health and well-being objectives. This role will coordinate cross-functionally and serve as a leader and mentor to immediate team members.

Job Details/Responsibilities

Develop and Execute Strategies and Initiatives

• Develop and oversee the execution of multi-year strategic plans targeting healthcare and well-being improvements, including non-occupational health onsite and/or near-site clinics
• Lead the identification of emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in healthcare and employee well-being, adapting plans accordingly
• Align healthcare and wellness strategies with Terumo’s business goals, values, and culture

Design and Manage the Health and Wellness Program

• Design, launch, and manage comprehensive health and wellness programs, ensuring they meet needs of employees
• Oversee the integration of physical, emotional, and financial well-being initiatives, including preventive care, mental health support, and chronic condition management.
• Establish metrics for program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights.

Engage and Integrate Internal and External Stakeholders and Resources

• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including but not limited to Operations, HR, Legal, and Leadership
• Engage with external partners such as healthcare providers, insurance carriers, wellness consultants, and community organizations
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to deliver integrated healthcare and well-being solutions.
• Analyze health and wellness data to identify opportunities for improvement and demonstrate program impact    

Foster and Progress Culture and Engagement

• Monitor and communicate regulatory changes or industry best practices affecting health and well-being programs
• Serve as a thought leader and mentor to staff and cross-functional team members
• Foster a culture of health, inclusion, and engagement throughout the organization
• Champion well-being initiatives at all organizational levels, modeling behaviors and practices

Job Responsibilities (continued)

Strategic Planning & Reporting

• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior leadership, translating complex data into actionable recommendations
• Develop and manage budgets for healthcare and wellness initiatives, ensuring effective allocation of resources
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising on quality or outcomes
• Ensure all healthcare and well-being programs comply with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
• Develop outlines for treatment protocols for treating various types of industrial injuries
• Create, integrate and continually improve a Corporate Occupational Health Program
• Generate and share metrics and leading/lagging indicators and communicate proposed action plans
• Stay up-to-date on current health and wellness trends, research, and best practices to continually improve and evolve the program.    

Training & Development

• Promote health and wellness through the supervision of dissemination and deployment of credible educational materials, workshops, presentations, and organizational events
• Provide instruction on various health topics, including exercise, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Lead a health and wellness team to develop workplace community health awareness and health outreach strategy, materials, and educational programs

Lead and Develop

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a small team of direct reports to build a high-performing team capable of delivering complex projects effectively; as well as executing the people manager goals, objectives, and responsibilities.
• Provide business insight to direct reports for executing immediate needs and planning long term visions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

Knowledge    

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
• Experience in value-based healthcare arrangements, non-occupational health onsite or near-site clinics, healthcare and pharmacy design and innovation 

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budgets and vendor relationships.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical abilities.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with program management, manufacturing and general industry preferred.
• Proficiency in documentation systems and data analysis tools.

Abilities

• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and ethical standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with experience using relevant software and tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Qualifications/ Background Experiences

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, nursing, public health, human resources, business, finance, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred. 
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in healthcare strategy, employee well-being, wellness program management, or a related field, preferably in a complex or large organization.