Senior Sustainability Specialist

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Senior Sustainability Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in advancing our sustainability initiatives while supporting our customers and carriers in achieving their sustainability goals. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure data accuracy, contribute to sustainability reporting, and share our sustainability journey through various internal and external communication channels.

At C.H. Robinson, we prioritize in-person collaboration to foster innovation and success. While we prefer candidates who can work in a hybrid capacity on-site, we are open to remote arrangements with opportunities for periodic in-person connections at our offices. These arrangements may adjust based on business needs.

The deadline for internal applications is Friday, January 31st, by the end of the day.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Support commercial teams by leveraging sustainability as a competitive advantage with customers

Maintain and update a library of standard request for proposal and survey responses, ensuring sales resources are accessible and current

Develop and deliver sustainability-related training for sales and account teams

Oversee the collection, management, and assurance of sustainability data, including partnering with finance to ensure proper internal controls

Manage sustainability data systems, including the data collection process and data management platform

Support annual environmental, social, and governance reporting aligned with sustainability frameworks and regulations, and manage submissions for raters, rankers, and awards

Conduct benchmarking research and competitor analysis to inform strategy and execution

Help craft and communicate the company’s sustainability story through external speaking engagements, board materials, and broader communication strategies

Collaborate across teams to integrate and implement global sustainability initiatives

Stay informed on sustainability trends and regulations, particularly in supply chain and logistics, to guide strategic development and execution

QUALIFICATIONS

Required :

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

Minimum of 4 years of post-high school professional experience

Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in sustainability or corporate responsibility

Minimum of 1 year of experience managing mid-to-large-scale projects in a corporate environment

Preferred :

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Experience in sustainability or environmental, social, and governance (ESG) within the global supply chain or transportation sector

Experience in admissions accounting

Understanding of greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting and global ESG reporting frameworks and requirements

Ability to build and manage relationships, balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust, influence, and foster relationships with diverse team members; ability to leverage relationships to drive consistency and ensure delivery

Exceptional planning, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to effectively execute plans

Ability to motivate and encourage change, achieving positive results in a large, dispersed organization

Values 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

59,300.00 - $123,200.00

The base pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by work location, which takes into account geographic cost of labor, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, your recruiter will provide more details about the specific base pay for your location. 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.

Affirmative Action Employer / EOE / M / F / 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.

Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?

C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With $22 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world’s largest logistics platforms and rank in the FORTUNE 200. We’ve been an innovator in logistics for over 100 years. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With the combination of our multimodal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for more than 90,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers on our platform. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers’ businesses.

As a responsible global citizen, we contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to us and our people. FORTUNE has named C.H. Robinson one of the World’s Most Admired Companies 2024, showcasing our position as a leader in our industry. Our commitment to excellence is further affirmed by being named a Great Place to Work 2023-24 by the Great Place to Work Institute, one of Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity and one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek. Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world. For more information, visit us at www.chrobinson.com .

Salary : $59,300 - $123,200