Position Overview

The Director, Risk Management, oversees FedEx Freight’s global insurance, risk-financing, and loss prevention programs, ensuring comprehensive protection of company assets, people, and reputation. This leader designs and administers insurance coverage across property, casualty, liability, and self-insured programs while developing enterprise risk mitigation strategies aligned with the CFO’s financial governance objectives. Reporting to the VP, Treasurer & Investor Relations, the Director partners with Legal, Operations, and Internal Audit to evaluate risk exposures, manage claims, and optimize total cost of risk across the organization

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

Insurance & Risk Financing

Direct insurance placement, renewals, and policy administration for all business lines
Evaluate and recommend risk transfer or retention strategies to optimize total cost of risk
Oversee claims handling and coordinate with Legal on litigation strategy

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

Partner with Internal Audit and SOX to integrate enterprise risk reporting and controls
Maintain corporate risk register and ensure alignment with company objectives
Analyze risk trends and emerging exposures to inform executive decision-making

Governance & Compliance

Develop risk management policies and procedures consistent with FedEx governance
Oversee broker and vendor performance; ensure adherence to ethical standards and contract terms
Prepare quarterly risk reports for executive management and the Audit Committee

Leadership & Collaboration

Lead and mentor a team of Risk Management Analysts and support staff
Partner cross-functionally with Treasury, Legal, and Operations to manage insured and self-insured exposures
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on insurance coverage and risk strategy

Disclaimer: This description outlines the role’s general nature and key responsibilities; it is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications needed

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, business, or related field required
MBA, CPCU, ARM, or CRM designation preferred

Experience

Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive corporate risk management or insurance experience
Proven record managing complex property and casualty insurance programs
Experience negotiating global insurance renewals and managing self-insurance or captive structures
Familiarity with freight, logistics, or transportation industries preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong understanding of insurance markets, risk financing, and claims management
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with brokers, insurers, and executives
Analytical expertise in loss modeling and risk analytics
Leadership ability to influence decision-making across Legal, Operations, and Finance
Proficiency with risk management information systems (RMIS)

Job Condition

Strategic and high-impact role with exposure to executive leadership and external stakeholders. Limited travel for insurer, broker, and site meetings

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Transparency:

Pay

Additional Details: This position will be domiciled at a FedEx Freight location in Memphis, TN or Harrison, AR. You will be required to work at a FedEx Freight location several times per week.

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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