Driver / Transportation Supervisor

Ryder System, Inc.; Olathe, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Olathe, KS seeks a Driver / Transportation Supervisor (Customer Logistics Supervisor) to lead daily logistics operations and ensure safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes coaching teams, driving continuous improvement, and achieving key performance metrics. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with some flexibility to support business needs, and an annual salary of $70,000.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 year of direct supervisory/leadership experience.
• 1 year or more experience in transportation, warehouse or distribution.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day logistics operations.
• Coordinate with Logistics Manager to plan processes meeting company standards and customer specs.
• Establish work schedules for shift/team and coordinate activities.
• Monitor KPIs and collaborate with customers across operations.
• Perform regular performance evaluations and address issues as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Results oriented

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity & Inclusion

Time management

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here. Job Description: We are immediately hiring a Driver / Transportation Supervisor internally titled, Customer Logistics Supervisor in Olathe, KS area for our Supply Chain Solutions division.

Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid Twice Per Month. Annual Salary Pay: $70,000.00. Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with flexibility to work additional hours or days if needed to support business needs.

Summary

Supervisors are responsible for leading their shift or assigned area of the operation, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with customer expectations. They coach, train, develop, and support their teams while driving engagement and accountability. In addition, they play a critical role in continuous improvement efforts, operational excellence, and achieving key customer performance metrics.

Essential Functions

• Supervise, coordinate and oversee day to day logistics operations.
• Plan and review, in collaboration with the Logistics Manager, all logistics processes, ensuring that they meet the company standards and customer service specifications.
• Establish work schedules and procedures and coordinate activities of the workers to ensure optimal shift/team logistics.
• Accountable for site Key Performance Indication (KPI) Working in collaboration with customer in all aspect of operations.
• Meet regularly with team members collectively, as well as on an individual basis to monitor progress towards meeting objectives, track performance, coach and counsel and recognizing team and individual successes.
• Cultivate team spirit with a Diversity and Inclusion initiative and promote cooperation by seeking opportunities to improve internal processes.
• Carry out performance evaluations of the team members and recommend performance awards and/or merit increases when appropriate.
• Address performance problems through corrective action and disciplinary process.
• Responsible for implementation of health & safety and security initiatives, practices and behaviors and adherence to company rules and policies.
• Provide appropriate orientation for employees and Lead Hands and give them the information, technology and any material necessary to perform their jobs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Instills commitment to organizational goals.
• Strong planning skills.
• Results oriented.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Motivating skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Diverse team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative.
• 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.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/GED.
• 0 to 1 year in direct supervisory/leadership experience.
• 1 year or more in experience in transportation, warehouse or distribution environment.

Preferred

• Travel None
• DOT Regulated No
• Customer

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits start at 30 Days
• 401(K) Savings Plan with a company match
• Discounted employee stock purchase options
• Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more
• All major holidays paid
• Paid time off within your first year
• Up to 12 weeks paid maternity

Company 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: 70000 Maximum Pay Range: 70000.

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.

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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