Sourcing Manager

C.H. Robinson; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

C.H. Robinson Worldwide is seeking a strategic Sourcing Manager to shape and execute vendor supply strategy across key markets.

You will build and manage partnerships, develop supply plans that meet demand, and leverage market insights to drive growth and profitability. You will lead pricing decisions, manage supplier performance, and identify innovative procurement solutions to strengthen our competitive position in a dynamic market environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 years of fresh produce sourcing or sales experience in US geographies.
• Ability to travel up to 25% both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day management of the domestic vendor supply plan, incl. communication, quoting and contracts.
• Promotes innovation in packaging, varietals, and supply chain efficiency to stay competitive.
• In coordination with category leadership, makes transactional, promotional and pricing decisions.
• Manage domestic vendor relationships through vendor review processes for performance improvement.
• Develop a pipeline of new domestic vendors to meet customer demand with commercial teams.
• Educate internal teams on market aspects, proactively managing supply fluctuations to maximize volume.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Negotiation

Vendor management

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Sourcing Manager page is loaded## Sourcing Managerremote type: In Officelocations: Voorhees, NJ United States of America: Phoenix, AZ United States of Americatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R49718**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.**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:* 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**QUALIFICATIONS**Required:* 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)Preferred:* 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**Disclaimer:**This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.**Compensation Range**$65,650.00 - $141,400.00The 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.**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 opportunitiesLearn more about our benefit offerings on our page