C.H. Robinson is seeking a Director Enterprise Strategy Program Management who will focus on operationalizing our company strategy and ensuring consistency in evolving, teaching and applying the One Robinson Operating Model (OROM). In this position, you will be responsible for developing, aligning, and overseeing cross-functional processes and program management for enterprise-wide initiatives. You will lead analysis of strategic projects with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment across the organization while implementing and refining the Robinson Operating Model to support strategic goals. You will train teams in Lean methodology, playing a pivotal role in supporting leaders and individual contributors with operating reviews, action planning, problem-solving, scorecard development, and continuous improvement initiatives. If you're a strategic leader with a foundation in transactional process improvement with LEAN practices, we invite you to apply today and contribute to C.H. Robinson's commitment to excellence.
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At C.H. Robinson, we're committed to leveraging the power of remote collaboration to drive innovation and achieve success. In this role, you will engage with your peers from the comfort of your own space, using cutting-edge tools to ignite creativity and deliver impactful results. Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position, while still being an integral part of our dynamic team. Please note that you will be required to travel to our corporate office or regional centers once or twice per month.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and implement standard procedures for the One Robinson Operating Model and Lean training
- Lead the evolution of operational capabilities, including scorecards, problem-solving, value stream maps (VSMs), and daily management
- Oversee program management for strategic initiatives, ensuring cross-functional success
- Provide leadership and strategic direction for all related processes and functions
- Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor a team of continuous improvement professionals
- Ensure alignment between programs and business objectives
- Develop and lead Project Management Office (PMO)best practices to achieve business goals and support the Robinson playbook
- Implement processes to track project performance and establish PMO standards
- Develop and implement Lean training to mobilize and leverage it throughout Robinson.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
- Minimum 8 years' progressive process improvement leadership experience, preference to transactional process improvement with LEAN practices
- Minimum 4 years of direct people management experience
- Ability to travel up to 30%
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree preferred
- Proven leader in large-scale continuous improvement initiatives, delivering cost savings, efficiency gains, and customer satisfaction
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools
- Skilled in leadership, change management, and motivating teams, thriving in fast-paced environments
- Excellent communicator with strong executive presence, able to influence and collaborate across all levels
- Committed to continuous learning, team growth, and effective project execution in a large, dispersed organization
- Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women, people of color, and individuals with disabilities may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we're building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams. We're committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.
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Benefits
Your Health, Wealth and Self
Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:
- Two medical plans (including a High Deductible Health Plan)
- Prescription drug coverage
- Enhanced Fertility benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid and floating holidays
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off to volunteer in your community
- Charitable Giving Match Program
- 401(k) with 6% company matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities
Dig in to our full list of benefits on OUR CULTUREpage.
Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?
C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With $22 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world's largest logistics platforms and rank in the FORTUNE 200. We've been an innovator in logistics for over 100 years. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world's economy. With the combination of our multimodal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for more than 90,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers on our platform. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers' businesses.
As a responsible global citizen, we contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to us and our people. FORTUNE has named C.H. Robinson one of the World's Most Admired Companies 2024, showcasing our position as a leader in our industry. Our commitment to excellence is further affirmed by being named a Great Place to Work 2023-24 by the Great Place to Work Institute, one of Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity and one of America's Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek. Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world. For more information, visit us at www.chrobinson.com.