Remote Government Relations Manager | Policy & Advocacy

Ryder System, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Government Relations to support state and local policy efforts, manage projects, and help shape internal policy development.

You will educate and advocate on key issues, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and drive policy-related strategies aligned with Ryder’s business priorities. The role reports to the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs and involves building relationships with government bodies, industry groups, and stakeholders, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Economics, Public Policy/Public Administration or related field, required.
• 3+ years of professional work experience in government relations or a related field, required.
• Experience navigating state/federal legislative, regulatory, and executive processes, required.
• Managing cross-functional projects or teams for corporations, governmental or non-governmental organizations, consulting firms, or a relevant area, required.
• Engagement with external affairs, public policy, sales, investor relations, and/or stakeholder management, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide full project management support for internal government relations programs.
• Monitor federal, state, and local regulations and measure advocacy outcomes tied to business priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate government relations strategies into business planning and external messaging.
• Develop analyses, talking points, and advocacy materials to support Ryder’s objectives.
• Liaise and manage relationships with federal, state, and local governments and other stakeholders.
• Maintain knowledge of Ryder’s advocacy priorities and relevant regulations.
• Ensure discretion and execution of enterprise program outcomes and strategic initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Time management

Independent and team work

Cross-functional collaboration

Policy analysis

Transportation policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in 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 policy efforts, manage projects, and help shape internal policy development.

You will educate and advocate on key issues, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and drive policy-related strategies aligned with Ryder’s business priorities. The role reports to the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs and involves building relationships with government bodies, industry groups, and stakeholders, while