Manager of Government Relations

Ryder System, Inc.; Orlando (FL); Remote; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Government Relations to support state and local advocacy, manage internal programs, and develop policy-related strategies.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams, prepare analyses and talking points, and engage with government officials, associations, and key stakeholders to advance Ryder’s priorities. The role emphasizes education and advocacy on public policy issues, with travel as needed and a focus on strategic initiatives within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 5+ years of professional experience in government relations or a related field.
• 3+ years navigating state/federal legislative, regulatory, and executive processes.
• 3+ years managing cross-functional projects or teams for organizations.
• 3+ years engagement with external affairs, public policy, sales, investor relations, or stakeholder management (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage internal government relations programs, policies, and initiatives with project management support.
• Monitor and analyze federal, state, and local regulations and track advocacy outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align government relations with business planning and external messaging.
• Develop analyses, talking points, advocacy content, and manage contributors/vendors to ensure on-time delivery.
• Liaise and manage relationships with governments, trade associations, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain knowledge of Ryder’s advocacy priorities and relevant regulations impacting the company.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Public speaking

Research and analysis

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's Degree Political Science, Economics, Public Policy/Public Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Adobe

Job description

Job Description

Summary

The Manager Government Relations will support Ryder's Government Relations efforts with a focus on state and local issues, project management, and internal policy development while also contributing to select federal initiatives. This position will report to the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs and will work closely with cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of sophisticated policy-related strategies and initiatives. This includes educating and advocating on key public policy issues to drive Ryder’s business priorities while maintaining effective relationships with key key civic, government, community, business leaders, and other stakeholders.

Essential Functions

• Manage the internal government relations programs, policies, and initiatives of Ryder by providing full project management support such as developing and maintaining core governing policies, internal controls, procedures, documents, systems, etc.

• Monitor and analyze federal, state, and local regulations and legislation relevant to Ryder and define and track measurable advocacy outcomes tied to business priorities and communicate progress, risks, recommendations, and additional items

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to identify and gather qualitative and quantitative content needed to ensure Government Relations efforts further Ryder’s approach for policies, practices, goals, metrics, disclosures, and compliance as well as to integrate government relations strategies into business planning, project execution, community engagement, and external messaging

• Develop written analyses, talking points, advocacy, and additional materials to support Ryder’s government relations objectives such as creating content (i.e., write copy) for communications (policies, emails, web pages, etc.) and manage contributors, content creators, and contractors/third-party vendors to ensure that all projects assigned are completed accurately and on time

• Liaison and manage relationships with internal/external stakeholders, including federal, state, and local governments/policymakers, trade associations, customers, consultants, and other stakeholders

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain working knowledge of Ryder’s advocacy priorities, key regulations and legislation impacting the company, industry, customers, and other stakeholders

• A high level of discretion and sensitivity is required in performing the work

• Responsible for enterprise program outcomes, stakeholder alignment, and execution of strategic initiatives

• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Political Science, Economics, Public Policy/Public Administration or related field , required

• 5 years or more Professional work experience in government relations and/or a related field, required

• 3 years or more Experience navigating state/federal legislative, regulatory, and executive processes, required

• 3 years or more Managing cross-functional projects or teams for corporations, governmental or non-governmental organizations, consulting firms, or relevant area, required

• 3 years or more Engagement with external affairs, public policy, sales, investor relations, and/or stakeholder management, preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and communicates comfortably with high-profile audiences

• Action-oriented, organized with excellent follow-up practices and time management skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team

• Establish, facilitate, and maintain effective and collaborative cross-functional, professional working relationships at all levels of authority among a variety of stakeholders (internal/external peers, work groups, customers, policymakers, etc.) and build support for government relations initiative.

• Analyze and evaluate economic, political, and social trends, impacts and consequences of legislative/regulatory policies and actions

• Knowledge or familiarity with transportation, supply chain, logistics operations, and the legislative/regulatory process

• Well-developed communication and presentation skills: verbal, written, listening, and group facilitation. Expert knowledge of grammar and punctuation in English is a must. Communicates comfortably with high-profile audiences, Advanced Required

• Proficient in Microsoft 360 (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Adobe, and other technology applications needed to carry out professional work Advanced Required

• Strong research and analytical skills Advanced Preferred

• Working knowledge of the public policy processes at the local, state, and federal levels. Ideally have experience with transportation policy issue Intermediate Preferred

Travel

Yes, This is a remote position with anticipated travel at 20-30%

Target Bonus

- 20%

Job Category

Legal

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

115,000

Maximum Pay Range

130,000

Benefits Information

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

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

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.