Logistics & Fleet Operations Lead

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions

Winchester (VA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 85,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Maternity leave 12 weeks

Paid time off for military veterans

Training and professional development

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase options

Job summary

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions in United States seeks a Logistics Manager to plan and direct daily fleet operations and lead dispatch staff, drivers, and owner operators. You will oversee communication functions to optimize vehicle utilization and costs, with a focus on productivity and efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a solid background in transportation and warehouse logistics.

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

Responsible for all aspects of the daily fleet operation.
Develops policies, programs, and procedures for efficient operations of transportation systems and terminals.
Sets schedules, routes, and assigns drivers and vehicles.
First point of contact for operational information including but not limited to store delivery services, issues, backhaul information, driver scheduling/availability, and driver concerns.
Submits recommendations for development of compliance with transportation policies, procedures, and programs.
Conducts continuous analysis of vehicle and driver schedules to increase efficiency and to lower costs.
Reviews and analyzes reports such as revenue and performance records to evaluate productivity and for recommended changes.
Recruits, orients, trains, and monitors progression of new drivers.
Monitors turnover, evaluates operation mileage, equipment, time off and pay, makes recommendations and establishes programs to minimize turnover.
Enforces compliance and administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations, i.e. logs, equipment condition, etc.
Directs operation and maintenance of equipment and communication systems; reviews procedures; provides guidance to resolve technical problems; analyzes costs and recommends cost control measures; and develops plans, policies, and budgets.
Other duties as assigned.