Manager Supply Chain Engineering

Manager, Supply Chain Engineering

In this role you will be involved in long‑term strategy development and be accountable for successful delivery of roadmap initiatives. You will manage the execution of projects that develop, adapt and deploy systems and processes for enterprise account teams. Additionally, you will lead and develop a team of supply chain analysts and engineers who identify, design and implement end‑to‑end supply chain improvements.

This hybrid position requires in‑office presence 4 days a week at our Chicago, IL office.

• Lead and develop a high‑performing team of supply chain analysts and engineers.
• Lead the development of the supply chain engineering vision, strategy and roadmap.
• Design and develop supply chain solutions that align with our strategic roadmap.
• Develop cost savings, service, procurement and operational strategies in support of team goals.
• Utilize optimization/decision support tools to perform global supply chain studies, routing optimization, transportation, inventory and total landed cost analyses.
• Champion a strong PDCA‑based project management process for the entire team.
• Actively engage and mentor all engineering projects.
• Champion continuous improvement of department strategies for team skill and capability development across all regions.
• Manage global project teams, defining scope, developing project plans, tracking activities, reporting on progress and milestones, and measuring results across all regions.

• Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Required: Minimum 6 years of supply chain experience.
• Required: Minimum 2 years of experience leading and developing a team.
• Required: Experience using data visualization and analytical tools.
• Required: Ability to travel up to 20% (domestic and/or international).
• Preferred: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Preferred: Experience with Lean tools such as VSM, A3 management, Pareto analysis, fishbone diagrams, etc.
• Preferred: Ability to lead the team by inspiring trust, developing others and building talent.
• Preferred: Understanding of the big picture and proven ability to develop long‑range strategy.
• Preferred: Engagement with internal and external customers to effectively build alignment and cultivate relationships.
• Preferred: Results focused by creating accountability, allocating resources effectively and driving for results.
• Preferred: Delegates effectively, focuses on continuous improvement and problem resolution.
• Preferred: Fosters open communication, speaks with impact and listens attentively.
• Preferred: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of programs.

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Equal Opportunity C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

EOE/Disabled/Veteran.