Logistics Manager

046 Ryder Transportation Solutions, LLC (Employer-Payroll); Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Regional resources support

World-Class employer stability

12 weeks paid maternity leave

Additional PTO for Veterans

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Manager in the United States to plan and direct fleet operations and improve productivity. You will lead dispatch staff, company drivers, and owner operators while ensuring effective communication to optimize vehicle utilization.

The role encompasses developing policies, schedules, routes, and driver allocation, with a focus on cost reduction and compliance with transportation regulations. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for success.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor9s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain

Job description

Job Summary

The main purpose of a Logistics Manager is to plan and direct operations while improving productivity and efficiency. The Logistics Manager provides leadership and direction to the dispatch staff, company drivers, and owner operators while overseeing communication functions to effect economical utilization of vehicle facilities by performing the following duties personally and/or through subordinate supervisors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and the ability to continue your professional development
• Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support as we grow this offering
• The stability and peace-of-mind that comes with working for a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization that has been in business for over 85 years with over 36,000 employees worldwide
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave
• Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans

Essential Functions

• 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

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
• Non-Travel - 10%
• You MUST be willing to commit yourself to align with our core values: Trust, Innovation, Expertise, Collaboration and Safety
• The ability to embrace and utilize Technology as part of your daily routine is crucial

Contract & Hours

Full-time positions only.

Compensation Information

Pay Type: Salaried

Minimum Pay Range: 80k

Maximum Pay Range: 80k

Benefits Information

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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.

About Ryder

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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