Risk Insurance Manager
About The Position
CJ Logistics America is seeking a Risk Insurance Manager to lead risk identification, claims resolution, and insurance compliance across its third-party logistics operations. The role oversees corporate insurance programs and serves as the primary liaison with brokers, underwriters, and adjusters. It manages end-to-end claims across commercial, property, cargo, warehouse, and other coverage lines, while developing risk mitigation strategies and supporting enterprise-wide risk management initiatives. The position is based at the Des Plaines headquarters under a hybrid work model, with four days on-site and flexible remote days. The standard schedule is generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with flexibility to support deadlines and cross-functional collaboration. Travel to facilities may be required, up to 10% of the time.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in insurance and risk management.
- Knowledge of logistics insurance, multiple coverage lines, policy language interpretation, and rating plans.
- Excellent investigative, problem-solving, negotiation, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
- Comfort using databases, risk software, and standard office technology.
- Ability to travel up to 10% to facilities as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in handling Workers’ Compensation.
- Professional risk management designation such as CPCU, ARM, or CRM.
- Experience in an industrial or warehouse environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain corporate insurance programs, including negotiating premiums, deductibles or retentions, and policy terms.
- Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for brokers, underwriters, and claim adjusters, providing authority and directing claim funding.
- Oversee claims involving General Liability, Auto/Trucking, Cargo, Warehouse Legal Liability, Property, Cyber, EPLI, Professional Liability, and Workers’ Compensation.
- Manage and maintain company bond requests and certificate of insurance (COI) programs.
- Lead the annual Corporate Risk Assessment process, including risk identification, scoring, and mitigation strategies.
- Prepare insurance submissions, allocate insurance charges across cost centers, and handle required reporting.
- Partner with Finance, Legal, Internal Audit, and Human Resources to enforce internal controls.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings.
- Paid time off.
- Tuition assistance.
- Early access to earned wages.
- Competitive compensation.
- Opportunities for advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
