Material Planning & Logistics Associate

Ryder System, Inc.; City of Tonawanda (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Ops Associate III in Tonawanda, NY to manage material availability and inventory for the GM LLP account. The role emphasizes supplier communication, on-time delivery, and effective containment planning to sustain production.

You will monitor parts, adjust stock and support production with timely decisions. Qualifications include a HS diploma and experience in admin roles; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• One year or more admin experience preferred.
• Five years or more relevant experience strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Follow-up all purchased parts to ensure shipment and on-time delivery to support production.
• Serve as main point of contact for suppliers and provide guidance on ship schedules and containment.
• Track critical parts and develop containment plans to avoid production interruptions.
• Coordinate alternative sources of material and spot buys when necessary.
• Monitor and adjust inventory in MGO and post inventory adjustments as needed.
• Review buffers to ensure coverage for build requirements and manage exceptions.

Skills

Relationship building

Independent work

Multitasking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MGO system

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Ops Associate III in Tonawanda, NY to manage material availability and inventory for the GM LLP account. The role emphasizes supplier communication, on-time delivery, and effective containment planning to sustain production.

You will monitor parts, adjust stock and support production with timely decisions. Qualifications include a HS diploma and experience in admin roles; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.