Manager Engineering

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Central City (KY); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder in Kentucky is seeking a Manager Engineering to lead the design of advanced supply chain solutions for current and future operations. You will supervise engineers, support sales with high-quality designs, and apply Ryder methodologies to distribution and transportation projects.

The role emphasizes leadership, performance measurement, and cross-functional collaboration with customers and senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply chain or minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Master's degree preferred Industrial Engineering and/or Masters Degree.
• Eight (8) years or more Related work experience required.
• Total Work Systems (TQM) advanced required.
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Production and Inventory Management (CPIM).

Responsibilities

• Manages multiple and complex Supply chain projects
• Supervises a team of engineers (hire, promote, coach, development and performance management)
• Actively supports the sales process and creates high quality solutions and designs
• Applies company methodologies and tools to design distribution and/or transportation operations
• Establishes and implements performance measures
• Provides proposal and presentation support and development
• Provides resource planning based on priorities and demand signals
• Independently identifies process gaps, recommends and implements process improvement
• Makes inventory and/or Supply Chain strategy recommendations
• May assist in providing logistics training as part of Ryder Academy
• Effectively interacts with customers, Sales and Operations to create value propositions
• Confers with Engineering and Operations Managers to implement efficient and competitive solutions
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

TQM

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain

Master's degree preferred Industrial Engineering

Six Sigma Green Belt

CPIM

Job description

Job Description

Summary

The Manager Engineering is responsible for the analysis and utilization of continuous improvement methodology to lead the design of complex Supply chain Solutions for current and future operations. Responsible for the management of other engineers. Provides regular and proactive communications to customers and Ryder Senior Management.

Essential Functions

• Manages multiple and complex Supply chain projects
• Supervises a team of engineers (hire, promote, coach, development and performance management)
• Actively supports the sales process and creates high quality solutions and designs
• Applies company methodologies and tools to design distribution and/or transportation operations
• Establishes and implements performance measures
• Provides proposal and presentation support and development
• Provides resource planning based on priorities and demand signals

Additional Responsibilities

• Independently identifies process gaps, recommends and implements process improvement
• Makes inventory and/or Supply Chain strategy recommendations
• May assist in providing logistics training as part of Ryder Academy
• Effectively interacts with customers, Sales and Operations to create value propositions
• Confers with Engineering and Operations Managers to implement efficient and competitive solutions
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Possesses strong technical aptitude
• Effective leadership skills
• Decision quality, dealing with ambiguity, business acumen, managing & measuring work, developing, direct and motivate direct reports and othersInnovation managementCommand skills, managing vision and purpose
• 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 practices
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Fast learner
• Demonstrates problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Develops and delivers effective presentations
• Builds and manages effective teams
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Total Work Systems (TQM) advanced required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Business, Supply chain or minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience
• Master's degree preferred Industrial Engineering and/or Masters Degree
• Eight (8) years or more Related work experience required
• Total Work Systems (TQM) advanced required
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
• Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

DOT Regulated

No

Job Category

Engineering

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: 140000

Maximum Pay Range: 140000

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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