Supply Chain Engineer

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Supply Chain Engineer to design solutions and develop capabilities that support the strategic vision of C.H. Robinson and its customers. In this role, you will be instrumental in optimizing our customers’ supply chains, from sourcing to transportation, to warehouse management and beyond. Your aptitude for problem-solving and data analysis will be vital as you craft efficient processes and provide stakeholders with actionable insights through financial baselines and savings calculations. This role is unique in that you will also have the opportunity to lead enterprise-level projects, shaping the future of supply chain strategies for both C.H. Robinson and our valued customers. Are you ready to make your mark? Apply today and join us as we redefine the landscape of supply chain excellence.

This is a hybrid position, with in-office presence required 3 days a week at our office in Chicago, IL.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

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

• Analyze historic and forecasted data to generate summaries, baselines, and cost improvement opportunities

• Develop moderately complex solutions and recommendations for customer issues or opportunities using technical expertise and judgment

• Self-guided and can work independently to implement customer solutions including documenting customer procedures, training, and resolving operational issues

• Manage projects including defining scope, developing project plan, tracking activities, reporting on progress, and milestones and measuring results

• Align and communicate with customer or internal stakeholders to gather information, voice of customer, scope, opportunities, deliverables, and project milestones

• Generate appropriate communications for delivering project updates and summaries to internal and external audiences

• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of department strategies for team skill and capability development or enhancement

• May lead small project teams within department or function

• Receive coaching, guidance, and feedback from others to support personal and technical skill development

• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned according to the team and/or country-specific requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Minimum 2 years of professional work experience

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel to analyze and summarize data, including graphs, charts, formulas, functions, macros, VBA, solvers and regression analysis

• Experience using data visualization and analytical tools

• Ability to travel a minimum of 10% (domestically and internationally)

Preferred:

• Able to identify trends, patterns and outliers in supply chain data and form insights, recommendations, and ability to coach others in seeing and telling the story

• Strong delegation, organization, and task management skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects/business goals simultaneously

• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain functions and relationships

• Champion of lean processes and tools for continuous improvement

• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

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

Compensation Range

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

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