Construction Logistics and Transportation Manager

Ryder; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is looking for a Construction Logistics and Transportation Manager in Rayville, LA. This role involves coordinating materials and transportation, ensuring smooth operations, resolving issues, and leading safety initiatives. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience in supply chain and logistics, and management experience. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance for qualified individuals.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

401(K) Savings Plan with company match

Annual performance-based cost of living increases

Additional Paid Time Off for Military Veterans

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred.
• Five (5) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required.
• Five (5) years or more managing, leading and developing direct reports required.

Responsibilities

• Primary liaison between General Contractors & Logistics teams managing the project plan.
• Coordinate flow of materials and equipment to the site with the General Contractors.
• Ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Lead a proactive safety program within the work group(s).

Job description

MOVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD WITH RYDER! If you are up to the challenge, Apply Now to work for one of the largest and most respected names in Logistics, Transportation, Fleet Maintenance and Supply Chain Services in the World!

Summary

The Construction Logistics and Transportation Manager will be the primary liaison between the general contractors & logistics teams managing the project plan, coordinate flow and transportation of materials and equipment to the site with the general contractors, voice and advocate for general contractors responsible for aligning deliveries with shifting project timelines and plans to avoid bottlenecks or site congestion. This position will be onsite in Rayville, LA. The work schedule will be 7 days on, 7AM-7PM, followed by 7 days off. Starting salary would be 70-90K per year, depending on experience and qualifications, and be eligible for an annual bonus. Relocation Assistance is available for well-qualified individuals who are willing to move to the area.

In addition to a comprehensive benefit package, a 401(K) Savings Plan with a company match, discounted stock purchase options and performance-based annual cost of living increases, we are proud to offer:

• Comprehensive training and the ability to continue your professional development
• Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support as we grow this offering.
• The stability and peace-of-mind that comes with working for a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization that has been in business for over 85 years with over 36,000 employees worldwide.
• Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans.

Responsibilities

• Primary liaison between General Contractors & Logistics teams managing the project plan
• Coordinate flow of materials and equipment to the site with the General Contractors
• Voice and advocate for General Contractors responsible for aligning deliveries with shifting project timelines and plans to avoid bottlenecks or site congestion
• Interface directly with the customer to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Strategic operational planning and execution for the operation.
• Identify and/or solve operational issues with the account(s) by implementing continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives, to strengthen team unity, goals, productivity and results.
• Hire, supervise, develop and manage performance for employees and maintain a positive employee relations environment at assigned account(s).
• Maintain open and effective communications within the work group(s) and with other work groups within the organization. Review data, identify and implement necessary actions as required.
• May manage the profit and loss statements based on the complexity and scope of the organization.
• Lead a proactive safety program within the work group(s) consistent with company policy in order to provide a safe and secure work environment. Instruct and enforce location safety management plans, training and processes. Monitor the maintenance of equipment for assigned work group(s) by using checklists and observations as required.

Requirements

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
• Master's degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation or related field preferred
• Five (5) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
• Five (5) years or more managing, leading and developing direct reports required
• Three (3) years or more Profit & Loss responsibility preferred
• One (1) year or more customer interaction preferred

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.