C.H. Robinson is seeking a Sustainability Project Manager for our Robinson Managed Solutions (RMS) team.  You will be responsible for managing and leading projects, with a focus on sustainability related initiatives. Successfully managing projects requires excellent organization, documentation, communication skills as well as the ability to help design innovative solutions when faced with complex issues. In this role you will align with all relevant stakeholders both internally and externally, and be accountable to gather Voice of Customer, build project charters, develop the project plans, facilitate their delivery, resolve issues and escalate appropriately. If you have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and with the expected quality, navigating a complex stakeholder matrix, and have outstanding organization and communication skills, you may be a great fit for this role.

This position has a Hybrid work schedule and can be based out of our Monterrey, MX or Sao Paulo, Brazil locations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Manage multiple projects within a project-based delivery model

• Maintain all project related documentation, including project plans, process flows/VSM’s, resource requirements and business cases

• Communicate project progress and facilitate project-related meetings to meet deliverables; Escalate quickly as necessary

• Manage change management with all stakeholders – internal and external

• Serve as the single point of contact and be accountable for all project related activities & requests

• Deliver projects on time and on budget with quality solutions

• Offer solutions for improving our tools and processes

• Build rapport with project team and customer stakeholders

• Anticipate internal and external challenges

• Successfully transfer knowledge to other relevant internal teams as well as provide support as needed

• Leverage technical expertise and relationships to contribute to strategy and drive business results

• Lead and support sustainability-focused initiatives, with an emphasis on reducing emissions through projects, process improvements, and enhanced data quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university

• Minimum 2 years of project management experience, with the proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Ability to work flexible hours (some weekend/late hours may be required)

• Ability to travel up to 20% (domestically and internationally)

• Foundational understanding of sustainability concepts, carbon reduction initiatives, and leveraging data to support environmental goals within supply chain or logistics

Preferred:

• Project Management Professional certification

• Work and/or project experience in Supply Chain, Transportation, and/or Logistics

• 2–3 years of experience in sustainability initiatives, with a focus on carbon accounting and demonstrable experience leveraging data to support environmental goals in supply chain or logistics.

• Effective and flexible communication skills: strong listener with strong facilitation skills and the ability to tell the story and connect to your audience

• Ability to organize, design, develop and deliver projects for internal and external audiences at all levels

• Ability to collaborate effectively with subject matter experts internally and externally at all levels

• Experience working and thriving in a continuous improvement environment

• Experience and comfort in dealing with ambiguity and able to deliver with minimal oversight

• Experience working directly with customers

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs

• Experience with lean processes and tools

• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

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Your Health, Wealth, and Self

Your total well-being is the foundation of our business. As you achieve, we succeed. We invest in your professional growth and development, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. Because we care about you, we offer the following competitive benefits:

• Private Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off to Volunteer in Your Community

• Meal/Food Vouchers

• Daycare Allowances

• Child Birth Credit

Equal Opportunity

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.