Romar Steed
Summary
WHS Manager with extensive experience at Amazon, specializing in strategic planning and compliance. Proven expertise in risk management and training development, driving safety initiatives that improve operational efficiency. Skilled in relationship building and team leadership, fostering a culture of safety while enhancing performance across various environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Manager
Amazon
05.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Lead site-level execution of Amazon’s Global WHS Program, ensuring full compliance with local, regional, and federal safety regulations.
- Lead site-level execution of Amazon’s Global WHS Program, ensuring full compliance with local, regional, and federal safety regulations.
- Serve as the site’s designated First Aid provider, promoting a safe, healthy, and ergonomic work environment.
- Partner with Operations leadership to identify risks, implement process improvements, and drive a culture of safety through data analysis and risk assessments.
- Conduct frequent WHS audits and lead corrective action planning to eliminate hazards and maintain global WHS standards.
- Analyze safety metrics and incident trends to guide resource allocation and improve site safety performance.
- Oversee WHS training programs, auditing content quality, trainer qualifications, and delivery effectiveness.
- Manage and develop a team of WHS professionals, driving leadership growth, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with site and regional stakeholders to influence safe behaviors and strategic WHS initiatives.
- Champion lean principles and continuous improvement across workflows to enhance safety and operational efficiency.
- Lead site-level execution of Amazon’s Global WHS Program, ensuring full compliance with local, regional, and federal safety regulations.
Independent Insurance Agent
RESolution Insurance Group
Overland Park, KS
01.2021 - Current
- Licensed in 25 states for life and health needs, including property, casualty, accident, life, and health, ensuring that individuals and businesses have access to the health insurance coverage they need.
- Knowledgeable of current industry trends and regulations to adapt their approach and remain competitive.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to attract new clients and grow their business.
School Resource Officer
Bishop Miege High School
Roeland Park, KS
09.2013 - Current
- Certified active shooter trainer, providing a safe learning environment for students, protecting property, facilities, citizens, staff, and students.
- Develop and expand crime prevention efforts for staff and students.
- Build relationships with students, parents, and staff in preventing and reducing juvenile delinquency.
Director of Risk Management and Insurance Specialist
The Kincaid Group
Shawnee, KS
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Analyzed insurance program oversight for 12 companies, ensuring effective risk management strategies.
- Audited policies and coordinated reviews, renewals, and applications to optimize coverage.
- Mitigated risk exposures by tailoring insurance solutions to align with company objectives.
- Managed compliance with state and federal regulations in transportation and workplace safety.
- Streamlined crash management processes for five concrete plants, overseeing reporting and investigations.
- Implemented LMS to train leadership and employees on safety protocols across corporate offices and terminals.
- Coordinated safety awareness initiatives to enhance incident documentation practices.
- Facilitated compliance monitoring for diverse fleet operations across multiple platforms.
Cement, Transportation Safety, Training & HR Director
Ozark Ready Mix
Bonner Springs, KS
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed compliance with state and federal regulations regarding transportation and workplace safety at regional, area, and local levels, including a multi-platform fleet comprised of private drivers.
- Conducted monthly safety meetings for 4 plants.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Leadership
Sullivan University
Louisville, KYBachelor of Science (BS) - Business Management and Computer Science
Sullivan University
Louisville, KYSkills
- Operations management
- Human resources management
- Strategic planning and execution
- Budgeting and P&L management
- Training and development
- Insurance production
- Project management
- Contract negotiation
- Recruitment and hiring
- Performance management
- Safety and compliance
Websites
Certification
- National Producer Number, 20031993
- OSHA 30, 26-607288070
- East Kentucky University – Police Officers Certification
- Taekwondo First Degree Black Belt
- Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Manager
Amazon
05.2023 - Current
Director of Risk Management and Insurance Specialist
The Kincaid Group
07.2021 - 04.2023
Independent Insurance Agent
RESolution Insurance Group
01.2021 - Current
Cement, Transportation Safety, Training & HR Director
Ozark Ready Mix
12.2020 - 08.2021
School Resource Officer
Bishop Miege High School
09.2013 - Current
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Leadership
Sullivan University
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Business Management and Computer Science
Sullivan University
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