Operations Management Trainee

Ryder System, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for the Operations Management Trainee role. This dynamic position offers a comprehensive 18-month program designed to develop your leadership skills within the transportation and logistics sector. You will engage in various administrative tasks, gaining valuable insights into operations management while contributing to cost savings and customer retention. With a strong commitment to employee development, this role provides a full benefits package, including medical coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're eager to kickstart your management career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Training

Responsibilities

• Support shop management processes and assist in cost savings.
• Work cross-functionally across Operations, Asset Management, and Sales.

Job description

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Job Description

IGNITE the leader within you

At Ryder , our most important competitive advantage is our people. CULTURE- INTEGRITY- FAMILY . In this role, you’ll be part of a dynamic team, equipped to succeed and empowered to develop your transportation & logistics career. This is an essential industry and we’ve been in the game since 1933!

Work with America’s Leader in Fleet Management and Operations. Cutting-edge technology, competitive pay, passionate mentors, and a family-like environment that fosters an inclusive and equal-opportunity work environment that believes in its people.

You thought that was it? Take a look at a few of these: Ryder has most recently been named One of the Most Innovative Companies in America (http://newsroom.ryder.com/news/news-details/2025/Ryder-Named-Among-Americas-Most-Innovative-Companies-in-2025-by-Fortune/default.aspx) by Fortune, Top Women to Watch in Transportation (https://newsroom.ryder.com/news/news-details/2025/Two-Ryder-Leaders-Shine-as-Top-Women-to-Watch-in-Transportation-in-2025/default.aspx) by Women in Trucking , and One of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America (http://newsroom.ryder.com/news/news-details/2023/Newsweek-Names-Ryder-One-of-Most-Trustworthy-Companies-in-America/default.aspx) by Newsweek.

Have we mentioned we value our people? Hear it from the people that work here!

• Day in the Life of a Ryder's Management Trainee (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhNYlGtSVIY)
• Why Join the Ryder Team (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usBbl6L1V6E)
• Why Ryder's world is Ever Better
  
  

Job Summary

Designed to be completed within 18 months, this position will support the shop management process and assist in cost savings, customer retention, and metric-based initiatives. This requires the incumbent to work cross-functionally across Operations, Asset Management, B2B Sales, Quality Control, and Rental Management. In this program, you will be assigned administrative tasks in support of the location and regional management. This program is fast-paced and touches every aspect of the business unit. In this role, you will acquire proven industry knowledge, skills, and resources to develop your leadership career.

We highly encourage you to carve out your career path and promote from within , based on performance. If you're motivated, coachable, and looking to get your management career started, you've come to the right place.

What We Offer You- Full Benefits Package Including

• Salary range $45K-$55K (range may vary based on experience & location)
• Full-time/Permanent
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Paid Training (for the job you’re in today & the one you want in the future)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
  

Job Category: Operations and Support

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

Minimum Pay Range:

$50,000

Maximum Pay Range

$55,000

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.

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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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