Inventory Manager

Ryder System, Inc.; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Employee discounts

PTO & holidays

Maternity leave

Job summary

The Inventory Manager at Ryder System, Inc. supports warehousing and distribution operations by tracking inventory costs and ensuring KPI achievement.

You will manage cycle counts, oversee the hold process, and provide floor support to operations staff to keep material flow efficient. Reporting to the Senior Logistics Manager, you’ll drive improvements, coach team members, and ensure accuracy in daily operations while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma or GED required; a Bachelor’s in logistics is preferred.
• Three+ years inventory experience in manufacturing/production or distribution.
• Two+ years supervisory experience and strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with PC inventory and accounting as well as WMS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Track day-to-day facility inventory costs and support KPI targets.
• Maintain daily/weekly/monthly KPI reports and develop control systems.
• Develop and manage cycle counts, recoup/repack/return/recycle programs.
• Provide floor support to Operations Supervisors and office staff.
• Lead hold processes and support staff development and evaluations.
• Ensure effective communications and hold regular shift meetings.

Skills

Prioritization

Communication

Teamwork

Decision making

Problem solving

Lean principles

WMS knowledge

OSHA knowledge

DOT Hazmat

APICS certified

Education

H.S. diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree preferred logistics

Tools

Excel

Windows

Inventory software

Job description

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Job Description

• Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid Twice Per Month
• Annual Salary Pay: $80,000 per year based on experience
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. with flexibility to work additional hours depending on the business needs.

When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts. At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation’s biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry-leading Fortune 500 company.

Here are a few of the many benefits when working with us:

• 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 and Paid time off within your first year
• Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave

Summary

The Inventory Manager reports to the Senior Logistics Manager and has overall responsibility for tracking incoming and finished goods materials, packaging supplies, etc. required in the warehousing and distribution of customer products. Provides accounting support regarding inventory issues. Reporting to this position are cycle counters and a clerk. The position requires direct involvement with daily operations and future projects to assure activities support facility goals and objectives.

Essential Functions

• Tracks day-to-day facility inventory costs and assists in supporting the facility KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators) to consistently meet/exceed established goals, including but not limited to GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices), safety, quality, productivity, sanitation, and maintenance.
• Maintain daily reports that are established to measure daily, weekly and monthly KPI’s.
• Develop and maintain inventory control systems that meet ongoing and future facility needs.
• Develop and manage the facility cycle count program and the inventory recoup/repack/return/recycle program.
• Provide floor support to Operations Supervisors and hourly associates regarding inventory issues and office support to the I/O Coordinators and receiving/shipping office personnel.
• Facilitates and executes the hold process for local site.
• Has a positive influence on and assists in the development of employees and conducts periodic performance evaluations of direct reports.
• Insure daily communications and shift meetings provide the necessary information for employees to do their jobs consistently well while making them feel a real part of the team.

Additional Responsibilities

• Promotes positive customer relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to prioritize and organize work, along with strong follow-up, analytical, problem solving and sound decision making skills
• Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written forms with customers, employees, peers and management
• Ability to work self-directed with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently and as member of a team
• Ability to manage individual performance and employee relations
• 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 practicesHighly proficient in Microsoft Word, excel and Windows
• Intermediate computer skills intermediate required
• Exposure to Lean principles, systems and tools beginner preferred
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) intermediate preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA required intermediate required
• DOT and Hazmat knowledge may be required based on the account intermediate preferred
• APICS certified intermediate preferred

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's degree preferred logistics, supply chain, or related field.
• Three (3) years or more manufacturing/production/distribution inventory experience required
• Two (2) years or more supervisory experience required
• Three (3) years or more PC Inventory and accounting skills required
• Three (3) years or more problem solving skills experience, use of formal Root Cause Countermeasure Systems preferred
• Intermediate computer skills intermediate required
• Exposure to Lean principles, systems and tools beginner preferred
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) intermediate preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA required intermediate required
• DOT and Hazmat knowledge may be required based on the account intermediate preferred
• APICS certified intermediate preferred

DOT Regulated: No

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Job Category

Inventory Control

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:

80,000

Maximum Pay Range:

80,000

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

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