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Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:

+ Lead day-to-day category management operations, including communication, execution, quoting, contract proposals, service level management, and reporting

+ Develop and implement a robust supply plan and strategy to drive category growth and profitability, meeting customer requirements

+ Actively manage new grower/shipper prospects and collaborate with sales to achieve customer targets

+ Cultivate and leverage grower relationships to drive continuous improvement in performance

+ Educate internal teams on category specifics and actively contribute to various aspects of the supply chain

+ Make pricing decisions for transactions, promotions, and contracts to optimize category performance

+ Participate in customer meetings as the category subject matter expert, showcasing your expertise

+ Drive category innovation to enhance competitiveness in the market

+ Manage personnel within the category when needed, contributing to a high-performing team

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

+ Minimum of 5 years of fresh produce experience

+ Ability to travel up to 25% (domestically and internationally)

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience in the berries category

+ Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace

+ Strategic and innovative mindset, capable of driving initiatives from conception to implementation

+ Strong financial acumen

+ Proficient in data analysis and problem-solving

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Experience in negotiation, pricing strategy, and program development

+ Deep understanding of the grower/shipper side of the produce industry

+ Exceptional relationship-building skills

+ Strong team player with leadership experience

+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

$93,200.00 - $147,200.00

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an 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

EOE\Disabled\Veteran

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:

+ Three medical plans which include

+ 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 observed holidays

+ 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

+ Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

+ 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

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING (https://www.chrobinson.com/en-us/about-us/careers/life-at-chr/benefits-and-wellbeing/) page

Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?

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 .