Category Specialist
About The Position
C.H. Robinson is looking for a Category Specialist. In this role you will build relationships with growers to improve the supply chain as you execute the daily operations for Dry Vegetables. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, interacting daily with growers, shippers and internal sales teams to communicate critical market intelligence. We are looking for someone who is a strong team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and has the ability to nurture and grow relationships. LOCATION On site at our Eden Prairie, MN office. Our hybrid work model of 4 days/week in office and 1 day/week remote gives you the flexibility and choice so you can create a career that enhances your life. RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as the subject matter expert in Dry Vegetables including product specifications and order patterns Communicate with suppliers daily to understand quality, yields, pricing, and production Enable confident sales and growth by proactively sharing commodity and market information to commercial team Support transactional, promotional, and contract pricing recommendations Use expertise to help generate sales and enhance customer experience Improve grower and supplier performance using data driven insights Align the right supply to the right customers and communicate packing instructions to suppliers QUALIFICATIONS Required: High School Diploma or GED Ability to travel up to 5% (domestically) Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university Minimum 2 years of fresh produce experience in category Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs Ability to work both independently and in a team environment Excellent relationship building skills with customers, growers, and internal teams Strong written and verbal communication skills Able to negotiate effectively with suppliers Desire to contribute, learn, and grow professionally Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to make data-driven decisions Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, sometimes out of normal business hours Attention to detail with high standards for work and a customer service mindset 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 $27.86 - $44.13 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 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 page
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to travel up to 5% (domestically)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 2 years of fresh produce experience in category
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Excellent relationship building skills with customers, growers, and internal teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Able to negotiate effectively with suppliers
- Desire to contribute, learn, and grow professionally
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to make data-driven decisions
- Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, sometimes out of normal business hours
- Attention to detail with high standards for work and a customer service mindset
- Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
Responsibilities
- Serve as the subject matter expert in Dry Vegetables including product specifications and order patterns
- Communicate with suppliers daily to understand quality, yields, pricing, and production
- Enable confident sales and growth by proactively sharing commodity and market information to commercial team
- Support transactional, promotional, and contract pricing recommendations
- Use expertise to help generate sales and enhance customer experience
- Improve grower and supplier performance using data driven insights
- Align the right supply to the right customers and communicate packing instructions to suppliers
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
