Remote Government Relations Manager

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

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