Senior Category Strategy Lead – Fresh Produce

C.H. Robinson Worldwide; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Fertility benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Disability (Short/Long-Term)

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

C.H. Robinson Worldwide is seeking a strategic Senior Manager Category Management to lead category strategy, supply planning, and growth initiatives within our Robinson Fresh business.

You will drive innovation, manage key grower and customer relationships, and leverage market expertise to optimize category performance and profitability, while guiding cross-functional teams and developing talent in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years buying/selling experience in fresh produce industry.
• Experience leading and managing teams.
• Strong financial acumen with category analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day management including quoting, contract proposals, and reporting.
• Leads category innovation through packaging, varietals, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Builds and maintains strategic grower and customer relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

C.H. Robinson Worldwide is seeking a strategic Senior Manager Category Management to lead category strategy, supply planning, and growth initiatives within our Robinson Fresh business.

You will drive innovation, manage key grower and customer relationships, and leverage market expertise to optimize category performance and profitability, while guiding cross-functional teams and developing talent in a fast-paced logistics environment.