Outbound Logistics Engineer - Finished Vehicle

Ryder System, Inc.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Engineer to develop innovative logistics solutions for new and existing customers. You will manage start-up accounts, determine material handling needs, and serve as the main contact for logistics design activities.

Collaborate with technology committees to ensure effective support while controlling costs, and lead multiple projects with a scalable implementation methodology across industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in undergraduate field is required; a Master's is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, problem-solving ability, and teamwork.
• Experience with logistics/transportation/operations systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans for start-up of new accounts and operations.
• Determine material handling requirements and design logistics solutions.
• Serve as main customer contact for logistics design activities.
• Collaborate with technology committees to ensure cost-effective designs.
• Lead 1-2 projects and implement scalable methodologies.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Time management

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Master's Degree in related field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Graphics

Word Processing

Mapping

Routing and Scheduling

Facility Layouts

Job description

Summary

The Logistics Engineer function is to develop innovative and creative logistics solutions for new and existing customers which achieves them a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the development and management of an appropriate project plan to start-up new accounts as well as responsible for managing start-up operations, design, training and technology.
• Determination of material handling requirements.
• Responsible for external and internal customer's satisfaction requirements.
• Interacts constantly with the RDL technology committees to ensure that the technologies effectively support the customers without adding costs greater than value.
• Manages 1-2 projects.
• Functions as main customer contact for Logistics design activities.
• Responsible for making decisions related to all logistics designs and its applicability to customer requests.
• Develops and enhances an implementation methodology which can be used as a template across various industries/countries.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Travel / Job Category

• Travel: No
• Job Category: Engineering

Skills and Abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills , Required Demonstrates problem solving skills , Required Ability to present information and ideas clearly and understandably to others. , Required Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). , Required Ability to work independently and as a member of a team , Required Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment , Required Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills , Required Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Undergraduate Degree in related field, Required Master's Degree in Master's Degree in related field, Preferred 4 years or more in Relevant experience in Logistics/Transportation/Operations/Systems, Required General knowledge of Integrated Logistics, Transportation, distribution, Customer Service and Information Technology Intermediate, Required Knowledge of computer tools: Spreadsheets, Databases, Graphics, Word Processing, Mapping, Routing and Scheduling, Facility Layouts Advanced

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

• Pay Type: Salaried
• Minimum Pay Range: 75000
• Maximum Pay Range: 80000

Benefits Information

• 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.

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.

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.

Explore Opportunities

Explore our current opportunities and discover how you can build a rewarding career with a company committed to innovation, safety, and success. Ryder operates behind the scenes, managing critical fleet, transportation and supply chain functions for over 50,000 customers, many of which make the products that consumers use every day. When you choose Ryder, you get access to industry-leading technology, one of North America's largest fleet of trucks, an expansive infrastructure of maintenance facilities and warehouses, and some of the most talented people in the industry.

EEO & Diversity

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.

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