Senior Director Operations - EMEIA

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About this role

C.H. Robinson is currently seeking a Senior Director Operations – EMEIA, to be based in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands, or Hamburg, Germany. 

 

As Senior Director Operations – EMEIA, you will play a pivotal role in scaling, transforming, and leading operations across Europe, Middle East, India and Africa. Reporting to the Global Vice President Operations, this position is a key driver of operational excellence, network performance, and regional alignment, translating global strategy into consistent, highimpact execution across multiple countries. 

 

This role is primarily operational in nature, with a strong transformation mandate. The Senior Director will partner closely with senior stakeholders to modernize operating models, drive efficiency, and deliver a bestinclass customer experience across EMEIA. 

If you believe your experience aligns with this role, we encourage you to submit your application!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

  • Lead and scale EMEIA operations, ensuring consistent execution of the global operating model across multiple countries and markets 

  • Drive operational transformation initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, standardization, and continuous improvement 

  • Partner closely with leadership to align operational capabilities with company strategy 

  • Translate global objectives into clear regional priorities, execution plans, and measurable outcomes 

  • Establish, deploy, and monitor key operational KPIs across EMEIA, ensuring accountability and sustained performance 

  • Champion datadriven decisionmaking by leveraging analytics, automation, and technology to improve operational outcomes 

  • Lead complex, crossfunctional initiatives, ensuring effective change management, communication, and stakeholder alignment 

  • Strengthen collaboration between regional and global operations teams, reinforcing a "one EMEIA" mindset while aligning with global standards 

  • Oversee operational readiness to support growth, transformation initiatives, and ongoing business change

  • Act as a senior operations partner to global leadership, providing insight, recommendations, and progress updates on regional performance and transformation effort

  • Lead and develop multiregional operational teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement 

  • Strengthen leadership capabilities across the region through coaching, performance management, and targeted development 

  • Identify skill gaps and succession needs, partnering with HR and functional leaders to build sustainable talent pipelines 

  • Promote an inclusive, highperformance culture aligned with company values and Robinson Behaviors 

  • Encourage knowledge sharing and bestpractice adoption across countries and teams 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

  • Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in operations within a complex, multicountry environment, within logistics 

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university 

  • Proven track record of leading largescale operational transformation and change initiatives 

  • Strong operational mindset with the ability to translate strategy into execution 

  • Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting to and influencing senior leadership 

  • Willingness and ability to travel across EMEIA as required 

Preferred:

  • Experience working within global operating models 

  • Experience managing and influencing senior stakeholders across regions and functions

  • Strong analytical orientation, with demonstrated experience leveraging data, insights, and technology to drive operational improvement 

  • Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity and drive alignment across diverse teams and cultures 

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • The opportunity to operate at senior level within a truly global organization, collaborating with leaders across regions and functions

  • The scope to lead and develop multi regional teams, shaping operational excellence across EMEIA

  • A high visibility role with direct exposure to global leadership, influencing strategic decisions and transformation initiatives

  • A dynamic environment where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future operating model of C.H. Robinson 


We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.


Compensation Range

€131,300.00 - €245,900.00

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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!

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