Sourcing Manager

C.H. Robinson•Rio Rico, AZ

1d•$65,650 - $141,400•Remote

About The Position

C.H. Robinson is looking for a strategic and results-driven Sourcing Manager to help shape and execute our vendor supply strategy. In this role, you will build and manage key vendor partnerships, develop supply plans that meet customer demand, and leverage market insights to drive growth and profitability. You will play a critical role in pricing, procurement, and supplier performance while identifying innovative solutions that strengthen our competitive position. Working across both tactical and strategic initiatives, you will help optimize supply, mitigate risk, and maximize sales opportunities in a dynamic market environment. If you're passionate about building strong supplier relationships and driving business growth through strategic sourcing, we encourage you to apply and make an impact with C.H. Robinson.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 6 years of experience in fresh produce sourcing or sales across US geographies
Ability to travel up to 25% (domestically and internationally)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Basic understanding of post-harvest and cold chain principles and technologies
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
Strong team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
Excellent relationship building skills with customers, vendors, and internal teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experienced in negotiation, pricing strategy, and building programs
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to make data-driven decisions
Strategic and innovative mindset, able to develop and drive sourcing initiatives from conception to implementation
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; a customer service mindset
Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Responsibilities

Oversees the day-to-day management of the domestic vendor supply plan of the category, to include communication, execution, quoting and contract proposals, service level management and reporting
Promotes innovation within the category, differentiating our offering through packaging, varietals, supply chain efficiency, etc. to remain relevant and competitive in the marketplace
In coordination with the category’s leadership, they are responsible for transactional, promotional, and contract pricing decisions
Manage domestic vendor relationships through vendor review processes to continuously improve performance against category plans
Responsible for actively managing a pipeline of new domestic vendors to meet our customers’ demand, identified in coordination with our commercial teams
Consistently and effectively educates internal teams about all aspects of the category’s transactional market, proactively managing supply fluctuations to avoid gaps and maximizing opportunities to drive volume sales
Works with category leaders to develop strong supply plans that include the right vendors and strategy to meet the requirements of the customer base and enable growth and profitability in the category
Other duties or responsibilities as assigned according to the team and/or country specific requirements

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
Broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities