Manager Financial Planning & Analysis

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.

Deadline for internal applications: Friday, February 28th, end of day.

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

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.  During the hiring process, your recruiter will provide more details. 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 women, people of color, and individuals with disabilities may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building a diverse and 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 and Affirmative Action Employer

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams.  We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

Salary : $107,300 - $178,400