C.H. Robinson is looking to hire a Director of Warehouse Operations. In this role you will lead the warehouse and consolidation field operations strategy, inclusive of all warehouse services and the real estate strategy across numerous locations within North America. You will be responsible for prioritizing safety, focusing on employee engagement, and improving accuracy while impacting efficiency and driving utilization of automation and technology to result in continuous improvements. Critical to your success will be your ability to develop strong relationships across our warehouse, commercial, and capacity leadership teams in order to develop strategies that maximize our value proposition. You will also engage with commercial leadership to execute the warehouse excellence strategy by supporting warehouse customer segments with high-quality operations. Do you have leadership experience in warehouse safety, efficiency, and employee engagement? If so, apply today to continue growing your career at C.H. Robinson! Responsibilities: Strategic Business Planning and Management: Develop and lead warehouse operations strategies to meet our volume, revenue growth, and operating income expectations Utilize analytics to drive improved business decision making, safety, employee engagement, quality, efficiency, and profitability Partner with warehouse management system IT Team and 3rd party technology solution teams to drive efficiencies and enhancements within the distribution center network Collaborate with commercial leaders to support commercial go-to-market strategies with a focus on quality and efficiency to meet the unique volume needs of our warehouse customers Continuously review warehouse structures to drive business objectives, efficiency, scale, and growth, including role definition, resource, and headcount alignment Financial Management: Accountable for the financial performance of the warehouse operations function as measured by the P&L including budgeting, and expense management Oversee warehouse operations budgets, monitor financial reports, metrics, and analytics, and adjust business processes, strategy, and resources accordingly Talent Management: Responsible for multi-layered people leadership across multiple locations Set annual performance goals that clearly align to organizational objectives Manage the performance and development of direct and indirect reports through both formal and informal performance management, coaching and feedback, mentoring and training, and developmental tools Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Minimum 10 years’ experience in leadership roles within warehouse operations function Minimum 5 years multi-DC people management experience Ability to travel up to 50% to our DC network ​ Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing financials for a large, warehouse segment Ability to understand and communicate financial metrics, including P & L Demonstrated success in managing programs related to process improvement and lean Warehouse market and industry knowledge Strong communication skills, proficiency presenting to internal and external audiences Demonstrated negotiation, collaboration, and influencing skills Experiential knowledge of the application of automation to improve operations Values a diverse and inclusive work environment ​ Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women and people of color 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. Affirmative Action Employer/EOE/M/F/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: 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? Standing out among the world’s largest logistics platforms, C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. For 100+ years, our global suite of services has innovated trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With 20 million shipments annually for 100,000 customers, and millions of dollars contributed to support causes that matter to us, our people and technology literally move the world. As a FORTUNE 200 company, FORTUNE has also named C.H. Robinson one of the World’s Most Admired Companies 2022. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies in Minneapolis-St. Paul 2021. And we’re not stopping there… 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.