Business Development Manager

Ryder System, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with employer match

RyderShares discount

Mileage reimbursement

Phone stipend

Job summary

The Business Development Manager (BDM) for Fleet Management Solutions at Ryder System, Inc. is responsible for developing new customer business in Oklahoma City and surrounding areas. The BDM educates prospects and builds their value perception using Ryder’s sales process to grow the portfolio.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Business/Finance, 5+ years of quota-attainment, and strong abilities in communication, relationship-building, and financial analysis. Competitive pay with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business and/or Finance and Accounting or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in demonstrated consecutive Sales excellence (quota achievement).
• Good understanding of Ryder's product offerings and services.
• Advanced, self-motivated with ability to interpret financial data.

Responsibilities

• Develop pre‑sales strategy for target accounts and build a pipeline to meet quota.
• Respond to furnished leads and represent the full spectrum of Ryder services.
• Collaborate with ARs, CDMs and National Sales to grow opportunities.
• Ensure effective transition of accounts and timely reporting of progress.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Initiative

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Time management

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's in Business and/or Finance and Accounting

Job description

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Job Description

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay: $60,000 plus uncapped commission.
• Commission earning potential: Realistic average of $15,000 to $20,000 in first-year commission potential on top of base.
• Mileage reimbursement for all business travel.
• Cell phone: your choice of a company-provided phone or a $35/month phone stipend.
• Full benefits package, 401(k) with employer match, and a discount on RyderShares.

Sales Territory: Oklahoma City, OK and surrounding areas.

BUILD ON YOUR SALES CAREER WITH A COMPANY THAT HAS A FUTURE. At Ryder, our most important competitive advantage is our people. CULTURE-INTEGRITY-FAMILY.

As a Business Development Manager, you’ll be part of a dynamic team, equipped to succeed and empowered to develop your sales career.

Day in the life of a Business Development Manager

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If you want to keep that momentum moving forward in Transportation & Logistics, you’ve come to the right place. Structured work weeks, competitive pay plus commission, full benefits package, 401k employer match, and a discount on RyderShares.

Job Summary

The Business Development Manager (BDM) for Fleet Management Solutions (FMS) is responsible for developing new customer business within an assigned sales territory. The BDM educates prospects and builds their value perception of Ryder’s services by using the Ryder Sales Process. This is accomplished by developing sales plans, analyzing the profitability of prospects, and fully understanding the competitive influences and risks with each account. Your ability to connect, build value and build relationships is critical.

Why Ryder?

Ryder isn’t just a great place to grow your career, it’s a company that has been recognized time and again for excellence, integrity and its commitment to people:

• One of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America – Newsweek
• America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes
• World’s Most Admired Companies – Fortune Magazine
• Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation – Women in Trucking Overdrive Award
• General Motors Food Logistics’ Top 3PL Award – SDC EXEC Reader’s Choice Excellence Awards
• Inbound Logistics Top Women to Watch in Transportation Supplier Environmental Excellence Award – Verizon Essential Functions

Sales Strategy and Pipeline Development

• Develop a pre‑sales strategy for target accounts and build a sales activity pipeline sufficient to meet and exceed required quota revenues.
• Respond proactively to furnished leads and represent the full spectrum of Ryder services.
• Work with Account Representatives (ARs) and Customer Development Managers (CDMs) to transition accounts and increase sales opportunities.
• Partner with National Sales to develop and generate sales opportunities within the assigned territory, and with Directors of Sales Development (DSDs) to develop Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) opportunities.
• Ensure new customer orientation is completed.

Scope of decision making

• Selecting and prioritizing target accounts.
• Determining the sales strategy and resources needed to win each account.

Needs Assessment and Account Selling

• Identify prospect needs, requirements and value components through quality needs assessment and value‑based proposal preparation.
• Develop and refine account selling strategies on a continual basis to improve effectiveness.
• Keep General Managers (GMs) and CDMs informed of sales in progress and their potential impact on their areas of responsibility.
• Contribute to an effective transition of accounts sold and complete the administrative functions necessary to support each account.

Scope of decision making

• Structuring competitive, profitable proposals.
• Deciding when and how to engage internal partners in the sales cycle.
• Accurate and timely reporting of pipeline activity.
• Compliance with company procedures and sales protocol.
• Reporting, compliance and collaboration: Report sales activity to management and comply with sales protocol and Sales Operations Management (SOM) requirements.

Professional Development

• Commit to ongoing training and improvement of sales skills, industry knowledge and personal growth needs.
• Additional Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
• Possesses a high degree of initiative and is self‑motivated.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Capable of multi‑tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices.
• Committed to good ethical business practices.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business and/or Finance and Accounting or equivalent experience.
• 5 years or more in demonstrated consecutive Sales excellence (quota achievement) in prior sales responsibilities.
• Good understanding of Ryder's product offerings. Represent the full spectrum of Ryder's services to new and potential customers.
• Advanced, Must be self‑motivated. (This appears duplicated – we'll keep single bullet: Advanced, Required Ability to interpret financial data.)
• Travel: No Job Category Outside Sales (keep as statement).

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.

Compensation Information

• Minimum Pay Range: $60,000
• Maximum Pay Range: $80,000 with commission

Compensation ranges for the position are below: Pay Type: Salaried.

Benefits Information

• For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Security Notice for Applicants: Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers. Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at [e-mail] or 800-793-3754.

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Explore our current opportunities and discover how you can build a rewarding career with a company committed to innovation, safety, and success.

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.

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