Risk Manager

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.

About the Position

The Risk Manager is a member of the corporate Risk Management team and is responsible for functions pertaining to company-wide risk management and loss control programs to mitigate and manage risk across the organization. The focus of this position is on proactive and supportive risk control strategies, including loss prevention, contractual risk, business continuity, and general operational risks rather than risk financing (e.g. insurance). The role will involve work with internal stakeholders and external partners to evaluate exposures, implement mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards. The Risk Manager is expected to communicate risk philosophy across all levels of the organization, remain current with regulatory and technical developments, and contribute to training and education initiatives.

Functions

• Evaluate risk exposures and hazards associated with current and prospective operations, identify recommendations and improvements (where needed), and drive implementation.
• Conduct research and data collection to identify and quantity risks.

• Lead and/or contribute to reviews and assessments of new business opportunities on behalf of the Risk Management team.
• Conduct commodity classification, storage, and fire protection assessments.
• Research and assess building, fire, storage, and other published codes and standards as it relates to prospective and ongoing operations.

• Identify exposures, reporting findings to senior leaders and implementing strategies to manage risks where requested or directed.
• Contribute to contract review process involving current and prospective customers and vendors.
• Coordinate with insurance partners towards site loss control inspections and related risk mitigation efforts.
• Support business continuity planning functions, including development of continuity plans, monitoring weather events, and facilitating recovery procedures.

• Communicate risk control philosophy and strategy to personnel at all levels.
• Collaborate with the corporate Safety team on hazards involving personnel safety.
• Assist with the corporate insurance program administration as needed.
• Stay current with technical subject matters, regulatory environment, and emerging issues.
• Manage relationships with third party service providers including consultants, engineers, real estate professionals, etc.
• Develop and conduct periodic training on various risk management topics, departmental policies and procedures, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in risk management/insurance, engineering, industrial safety, fire protection, or construction.
• Must have at least 5 years of relevant risk management experience in at least one of the following: property insurance/loss control, business continuity planning, claims management/handling, or contract review and negotiation.
• Previous experience in a corporate risk management department, loss control, claims, mergers and acquisitions, and/or insurance underwriting a plus.
• Previous experience in the warehousing and logistics industry a plus.
• Advanced degree or designation preferred, such as certified safety professional, AIC/ARM/CPCU or relevant niche market certifications.
• Knowledge of various nationally recognized standards, such as NFPA, FM Global, and International Fire/Building Code, a plus.
• Solid understanding of construction terms, definitions, policies and practices.
• Aptitude for independently conducting detailed research, summarizing findings, and determining appropriate actions.
• A detailed knowledge of the general tools and techniques of risk management and loss control.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) and comfortable with learning and utilizing new technologies and automated processes.
• Experience analyzing large amounts of data, information, creating databases, and recordkeeping.

Competencies

• Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.
• Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects.
• Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers
• Managing Transitions / Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.
• Strategic Agility - Gains perspective and balances the pressure between daily tasks and strategic actions that impact the long-term viability of the organization.

Travel Requirements

• This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less.
• A passport is not required, but recommended.

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Benefits offered:

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  Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts

• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Basic Life and Supplemental Life

• Short Term and Long Term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)

• Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days

Kenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.

Kenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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