Driver Manager

Ryder; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ryder in Zeeland, MI is seeking a Manager Logistics to oversee the efficient operation of assigned accounts, including P&L responsibility, customer satisfaction, compliance, and safety. The role leads both salaried and hourly staff, collaborates with senior management and customers, and ensures payroll accuracy and financial reporting.

The position requires strong leadership, transportation/logistics knowledge, and the ability to work a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
• Three (3) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
• Two (2) years or more managing and leading direct reports required
• Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations. advanced required
• Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements. advanced required

Responsibilities

• Manage the performance of salaried employees as well as hourly paid employees under his/her responsibility, resolve performance issues, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior management and customers to determine their needs and expectations and operate the account to meet those demands.
• Be responsible for the payroll of employees.
• Analyze weekly and monthly P&L statement to determine account profitability, and provide financial data and weekly operations report to senior management.
• Be responsible for accounts payable, vendor quotes for purchased materials, and customer invoicing.
• Hold Safety & Security meetings, provide safety training and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Strong leadership

Verbal & written communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team building

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business/Logistics/Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Word)

Job description

Job Description

MOVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD WITH RYDER!

Be a vital player for one of the largest and most recognizable names in Logistics, Transportation, Fleet Maintenance and Supply Chain Services in the World!

• Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid Twice Per Month
• Annual Salary Pay: $80,000-$85,000
• Bonus Eligibility: 10% annually
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00am-3:00pm

Summary

The Manager Logistics is responsible to manage all activities associated with the efficient operation of accounts. This includes P&L responsibility, ensuring customer satisfaction, compliance, employee relations and safety.

Essential Functions

• Manage the performance of salaried employees as well as hourly paid employees under his/her responsibility, resolve performance issues, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior management and customers to determine their needs and expectations and operate the account to meet those demands.
• Be responsible for the payroll of employees.
• Analyze weekly and monthly P&L statement to determine account profitability, and provide financial data and weekly operations report to senior management.
• Be responsible for accounts payable, vendor quotes for purchased materials, and customer invoicing.
• Hold Safety & Security meetings, provide safety training and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts

Skills and Abilities

• Builds and manages effective teams
• Strong leadership and motivating skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual, English and French (for Quebec locations only)
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills within a diverse team environment
• Demonstrates problem solving skills
• Demonstrates analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize, structure and schedule tasks to maximize effort and meet deadlines
• Must be computer literate and able to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Word required)
• Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations advanced required
• Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements advanced required

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
• Three (3) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
• Two (2) years or more managing and leading direct reports required
• Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations. advanced required
• Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements. advanced required

DOT Regulated

No

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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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.

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

80000

Maximum Pay Range

85000

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.

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