Director Customer Logistics – Telecommunications Operations

Ryder System, Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Benefits package

Pension plan

RRSP matching

Stock discount on Ryder stock

Safe work environment

Forbes Best Employer recognition

Job summary

Ryder is seeking a results-driven Director, Customer Logistics to lead operations across distribution centers in Mississauga, Ontario, and Calgary, Alberta. This executive role is accountable for operational performance, financial results, customer satisfaction, safety, and continuous improvement for a major telecommunications customer.

As a trusted Ryder leader, you will hire, train and guide location managers, build high-performing teams, and deploy Lean principles to drive innovation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain or related field or equivalent experience.
• Eight+ years logistics/supply chain experience across multiple locations.
• Five+ years implementing complete logistics solutions and project management.
• Six+ years managing and developing direct reports.
• Five+ years P&L responsibility including forecasting and financial targets.
• LEAN implementation experience preferred.
• Experience managing customer KPIs and relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with customer(s) at regional or corporate level based on operational execution and value creation.
• Represent Ryder in customer meetings and provide KPI-based updates including QBRs.
• Develop and implement mitigation plans; manage operations to meet KPIs.
• Lead accounts during peak seasons, projects, and implementations; identify expansion opportunities.
• Oversee safety culture and Lean Guiding Principles across locations.
• Hire, train, and supervise Group Logistics Managers to meet account requirements.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Relationship building

Team leadership

LEAN principles

P&L management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About Ryder

For almost 100 years, Ryder has provided customers around the world with integrated transportation, logistics, and supply chain management solutions that enhance the way they do business. Building and maintaining a fleet takes time, resources, and expertise few companies can spare. At Ryder, we have a long history of investing in our employees and providing a collaborative team-based culture that encourages growth across all levels and positions. We are a Fortune 500 company with 800+ locations and over 40,000 employees across the US and Canada! Employee satisfaction is part of our culture.

About the Job

Type: Full time/Permanent

Wage: $155,000 - $175,000 Annual Salary Based on Experience

Shifts: Monday - Friday Daytime Hours.

As a senior operations leader, flexibility is expected to support warehouse operations, leadership teams, and critical business initiatives in Ontario and Alberta.

Location: May sit in either Mississauga, ON or Calgary, AB - Fully Onsite Role.

Travel: 30 percent Travel Required.

Why Ryder?

• 10 days of Paid Time Off upon hire
• Excellent benefits package after 30 days (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Benefits including Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Employee discount of 15% on Ryder stock
• A safe, friendly and respectful work environment
• Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025

Summary

Ryder is seeking a results-driven Director, Customer Logistics to lead operations across distribution centers in Mississauga, Ontario, and Calgary, Alberta. This executive role is accountable for operational performance, financial results, customer satisfaction, safety, and continuous improvement for a major telecommunications customer. As a trusted customer partner and Ryder leader, you will deliver operational excellence, achieve financial targets, strengthen customer relationships, and identify growth opportunities. The ideal candidate brings extensive warehouse and supply chain leadership experience, a strong commitment to LEAN principles, and the ability to build high-performing teams across multiple locations. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Ryder’s logistics operations through innovation, customer partnership, and operational leadership. Depending on the customer requirements, additional areas of responsibility may include transportation, packaging and/or reverse logistics.

This position is responsible for leading, guiding, training and directing location managers including GLM I and GLM II at assigned accounts.

Essential Functions

• Build and maintain relationships with customer(s) at a regional or corporate level based on operational execution and value creation.
• Represent Ryder in customer meetings and presentations including Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) Forecast, plan, manage and ensure assigned accounts meet defined financial targets.
• Develop and implement mitigation plans as necessary.
• Manage operations to meet or exceed internal and external Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Implement mitigation plans if necessary.
• Lead account(s) during peak seasons, special projects, and implementations.
• Identify expansion opportunities with current customer(s).
• May participate in business development and start up activities for new customers.
• Monitor and hold operations accountable for maintaining a safety culture that meets or exceeds annual safety targets.
• Oversee the deployment of Ryder's Lean Guiding Principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Hire, train, guide and supervise Group Logistics Managers (GLM) I and II to meet the requirements of the positions within the accounts.
• Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
• Ability to inspire and develop others
• Ability to create and develop an inclusive and engaged work environment
• Ability to effectively oversee management of Profit and Loss statements using data sets
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of integrated warehouse operations/solutions, distribution, transportation and carrier management at a strategic level advanced preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain or related field or an additional two (2) years related experience required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Eight (8) years or more Logistics/supply chain experience in multiple locations i.e. plants, warehouses, locations, transportations hubs, etc. required.
• Five (5) years or more demonstrated experience developing and implementing complete logistics solutions and project management skills required.
• Six (6) years or more managing, leading and developing direct reports required.
• Six (6) years or more managing large multi-level teams required.
• Five (5) years or more P&L responsibility including forecasting and managing financial targets required.
• Five (5) years or more prior experience implementing a LEAN work environment preferred.
• Four (4) years or more managing customer KPIs required.
• Four (4) years or more managing customer relationship and interaction required.
• Three (3) years or more experience providing customer and senior level management presentations preferred.
• Some sales experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of integrated warehouse operations/solutions, distribution, transportation and carrier management at a strategic level advanced preferred.
• DOT Regulated
• No #LI-JP Job Category Logistics

Our Culture & Commitment

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety. Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

Ryder operates behind the scenes, managing critical fleet, transportation and supply chain functions for over 50,000 customers, many of which make the products that consumers use every day. When you choose Ryder, you get access to industry-leading technology, one of North America’s largest fleet of trucks, an expansive infrastructure of maintenance facilities and warehouses, and some of the most talented people in the industry.

Compensation Information

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

• Pay Type: Salaried
• Minimum Pay Range: $155k
• Maximum Pay Range: $175k

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We value Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, visible minorities, aboriginals and persons with disabilities. In accordance with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Ryder welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. Should you require an accommodation, please inform the Human Resources representative of the nature of the accommodation requested so that we may discuss your needs with you.

Authorization to Work in Canada: As part of our commitment to compliance with employment and immigration laws, all applicants must have valid legal authorization to work in Canada. Maintaining this authorization is the responsibility of every employee and is a condition of continued employment.