Logistics Manager - Fleet Ops & Efficiency Lead

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and development

Regional resources for growth

12 weeks paid maternity leave

Additional PTO for military veterans

Job summary

Ryder is looking for a Logistics Manager to plan and direct daily fleet operations, lead dispatch staff and drivers, and optimize transportation systems while ensuring safety and compliance. You will coordinate schedules, routes and performance reporting across cross-functional teams.

The role offers comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) with match, and opportunities for professional development within a Fortune 500 company with 85+ years in business.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Organization

MS Office

Transportation logistics

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ryder is looking for a Logistics Manager to plan and direct daily fleet operations, lead dispatch staff and drivers, and optimize transportation systems while ensuring safety and compliance. You will coordinate schedules, routes and performance reporting across cross-functional teams.

The role offers comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) with match, and opportunities for professional development within a Fortune 500 company with 85+ years in business.