Finished Vehicle Logistics Engineer - Network Optimization

Ryder System, Inc.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Consultant Engineer to analyze and design supply chain solutions for NA finished-vehicle logistics. You will drive projects, model networks, and deliver cost savings through data-driven analysis.

The role requires collaboration with purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and sales, plus strong analytics (SQL, Python, R) and visualization (Power BI, Tableau) skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, or logistics.
• Project management skills with proven leadership of projects.
• Strong communication to work cross‑functionally with multiple teams.
• Expert-level proficiency in analytics tools and quick to learn new tools.
• Data analytics experience (SQL, R, Python).
• Data visualization experience (Power BI, Tableau).
• Ability to drive long-term projects through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Manage finished vehicle routing and distribution across NA, MX, CA.
• Validate network performance — Actual vs. Forecast.
• Define transport methods balancing cost, service, and quality.
• Model using supply chain optimization tools (e.g., Optilogic).
• Develop business cases with projected cost savings and volume impact.
• Ensure project alignment with other initiatives across logistics.
• Collect data, perform statistical analysis, and document processes.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering, purchasing, and sales.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analytics

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

Tableau

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Six Sigma Green Belt

CPIM

Tools

Optilogic

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Consultant Engineer to analyze and design supply chain solutions for NA finished-vehicle logistics. You will drive projects, model networks, and deliver cost savings through data-driven analysis.

The role requires collaboration with purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and sales, plus strong analytics (SQL, Python, R) and visualization (Power BI, Tableau) skills.