Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

C.H. Robinson; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis to provide strategic guidance and lead the FP&A function. This hybrid role will engage in budgeting, forecasting, and investment evaluation, aiming to enhance shareholder value while ensuring alignment with corporate goals.

Benefits

Medical plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with 6% company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid parental leave

Paid time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis.
• At least 3 years of experience mentoring and coaching others.
• Ability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead global strategic planning, budgeting, and reporting processes.
• Oversee the development of new reporting and analytical tools.
• Drive continuous improvement across the FP&A function.

Skills

Data analytics

Financial analysis

Accounting skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Tools

Oracle

Essbase

Job description

C.H. Robinson is hiring a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to provide strategic and financial leadership, supporting senior management in investment decisions, long-range planning, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic business initiatives. In this role, you will lead and execute the company’s strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, while also evaluating investment opportunities to maximize shareholder value, mitigate risk, and enhance prioritization and accountability. Additionally, you will play a key role in hiring and developing analysts on the Corporate FP&A team.

At C.H. Robinson, we believe in the power of in-person collaboration to drive innovation and success. This role follows a hybrid model, requiring on-site engagement three days a week to foster creativity and collaboration, with the flexibility to work remotely two days a week. This is subject to change based on business needs.

The deadline for internal applications is end of day Tuesday, June 10.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Lead global strategic planning, budgeting, and reporting processes in collaboration with business and functional leaders, ensuring aggressive yet realistic financial targets

• Identify and measure key performance indicators to drive business performance improvements

• Align financial analytics with enterprise goals and provide tools for informed decision-making

• Analyze key performance trends and variances, delivering clear, actionable financial insights

• Oversee the development and implementation of new reporting and analytical tools for enhanced decision-making

• Manage the evaluation of investment opportunities, balancing shareholder value creation and risk mitigation

• Partner with business and functional teams to ensure financial assumptions align with investment strategies

• Establish a post-project review process to assess actual return on investment against initial expectations

• Collaborate with IT to implement and support financial reporting and analytical tools

• Drive continuous improvement across the FP&A function

• Set goals, provide role clarity, and lead the Investment Spending FP&A team

• Manage and execute FP&A projects and initiatives

• Select, develop, and evaluate team members to ensure effectiveness and alignment with business goals

• Foster a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring, and ongoing development

• Other duties as assigned based on team or country-specific requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis or Finance-related roles

• At least 3 years of experience mentoring and coaching others

• Ability to travel up to 15% (domestically and internationally)

Preferred:

• Strong data analytics, financial analysis, and accounting skills

• Experience with Continuous Improvement / Lean Six Sigma methodologies

• Experience analyzing capital investments

• Proficiency in finance technologies (e.g., Oracle, Essbase)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of building consultative and influential relationships

• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and navigate complex, competing interests

• Strong leadership capabilities, with a focus on developing and coaching team members

• Strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage complex projects

• Commitment to fostering 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

$112,400.00 - $186,900.00

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:

• 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 CULTURE page.