Logistics Manager - Fleet Operations & Team Leadership

Ryder System, Inc.; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and development

Supportive regional resources

World-class employer with 85+ years in

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Liberty, MO is hiring a Logistics Manager to plan and direct daily fleet operations, lead dispatch staff and drivers, and improve productivity and efficiency while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and strategic cost controls across transportation systems. The position features salaried pay, a 80,000–85,000 USD annual range, and a growth-focused culture within a Fortune 500 organization.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and motivating skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrates analytical skills.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Organization

Microsoft Office

Education

H.S. diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Word)

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. in Liberty, MO is hiring a Logistics Manager to plan and direct daily fleet operations, lead dispatch staff and drivers, and improve productivity and efficiency while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, communication, and strategic cost controls across transportation systems. The position features salaried pay, a 80,000–85,000 USD annual range, and a growth-focused culture within a Fortune 500 organization.